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I haven’t made a dollar online yet. But here’s the system I’m building to make my first $1:
r/SaaS
7/11/2025
Content Summary
A founder shares their systematic approach to building their first SaaS product: 1) Daily problem collection (73+ problems documented) 2) No-code validation using social media analysis, ChatGPT simulations, and user interviews 3) Learning patterns from micro-success stories ($1-$18k revenue cases). Emphasizes problem validation over premature building.
Opinion Analysis
Mainstream opinion supports the methodical approach (u/Select_Potato_6232: 'grounded and intentional'). Controversial view (u/lesterine817) criticizes it as MLM-like if tools aren't used to build real solutions. u/HangJet's dismissive comment reflects skepticism about Reddit marketing strategies. Key debate: Process rigor vs. tangible results orientation.
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| None mentioned | - | - | - |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Building without understanding real problems
- Difficulty validating ideas before coding
- Identifying problems worth solving
Problems to Solve:
- Finding validated problems people will pay to solve
- Avoiding wasted development time
- Learning from successful case studies
Potential Solutions:
- Daily problem collection system
- Social media/ChatGPT validation process
- Direct user interviews
- Analyzing successful builders' patterns
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Problem-first validation approach
- Learning from micro-success stories ($1-$18k revenue cases)
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Reddit/X/Quora pain point research
- Community-driven content analysis
Monetization & Product:
- Focus on "pain points people will pay for"
- Simple solutions like trackers/templates
User Engagement:
- Active listening in user interviews
- Community participation (Reddit builders' stories)