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Built 30+ MVPs in 18 months. Most failed for avoidable reasons. One cost $10,000

r/SaaS
6/3/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Glidehttps://www.glideapps.com/No-code app builderCreate apps from Google Sheets
Retoolhttps://retool.com/No-code development platformBuild internal tools quickly

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Building before validating demand
  • Adding unnecessary features
  • Choosing complex tech too early
  • Ignoring user feedback
  • Hiring unchallenging developers

Problems to Solve:

  • Validating product-market fit
  • Building efficient MVPs
  • Balancing tech and user needs
  • Effective user feedback integration

Potential Solutions:

  • Using no-code tools for rapid prototyping
  • Weekly user interviews
  • Hiring critical-thinking developers

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Building MVPs quickly
  • Validating demand before development
  • Iterating based on user feedback

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Building in public
  • Sharing progress on social media
  • Cold outreach to potential users

Monetization & Product:

  • Starting with no-code solutions
  • Scaling to 100k MRR solo

User Engagement:

  • Building waitlists
  • Engaging with niche communities
  • Personalized outreach