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Our Backend-as-a-Service hit 3k projects in 1 week of beta — here’s what we learnt
r/SaaS
5/19/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hosby | https://hosby.io | Backend-as-a-Service | Fast builder, secure API, auth, database, routing, ratelimit, webhooks |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Front-end developers hate setting up backend infrastructure
- Auth headaches and infrastructure complexity
- Time wasted on repetitive backend setup
Problems to Solve:
- Need for backend independence
- Desire for faster project deployment
- Requirement for secure, live APIs without manual setup
Potential Solutions:
- Modular backend system
- Quick API deployment
- Pre-built auth and database solutions
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Selling empowerment over technical features
- Building community through public development
- Creating 'aha' moments with fast activation
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Targeting indie hacker communities
- Providing genuine help in public forums
- Leveraging social proof through user testimonials
Monetization & Product:
- Focus on developer empowerment messaging
- Optimizing for excitement and activation
- Building with developer input and transparency
User Engagement:
- Sharing development process publicly
- Engaging users through polls and discussions
- Creating a sense of community ownership