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What are you guys working on in 2025?πŸ‘€

r/SideProject
5/21/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Diagrams.Designhttps://diagrams.designMotion Graphics ToolAnimates diagrams, combines Lucidchart and After Effects features
Tapelinkhttps://tapelink.ioMusic Sharing AppCreates universal links from any music platform
EchoNow AIhttps://echonow.aiSlack AssistantSummarizes messages, sends daily summaries, offers AI chatbot
Sidebar Calendarhttps://sidebarcalendar.com/Mac Calendar AppProvides calendar sidebar for quick access
Maqorohttps://maqoro.comInvoice AutomationReads emails, extracts invoices, posts to Xero
Oppfyhttps://www.oppfy.app/Social Media AppAllows friends to post on your behalf
RustySEOhttps://www.rustyseo.comSEO ToolkitWebsite optimization tools
Remniohttps://remnio.com/Reminder AppSends random notifications to help remember important things
HelloCSVhttps://hellocsv.github.io/HelloCSV/Flatfile AlternativeOpen source, free alternative to flatfile
Weather Station Maphttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/weather-station-map/id6742695736Weather AppDisplays live weather data from over 40,000 stations
GradualRollouthttps://gradualrollout.com/Deployment ToolEnables canary deployments and easy rollbacks
iLang.iohttp://iLang.io/Language Exchange CommunityVerified members for language practice
Bytelinehttps://byteline.ai/AI Interaction ToolTransforms AI conversations into structured knowledge
Sophonhttps://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/sophon-chat-with-context/pkmkmplckmndoendhcobbbieicoocmjoBrowser Chat AppContext-aware chat with autofill
Emberhttps://emberdesign.netOnline CAD SoftwareEmbroidery design creation with social features
Offscreen Observationshttps://offscreenobservations.substack.com/Film Critique NewsletterIn-depth analysis of film and narrative systems
Draffthttps://drafft.devGame Development CMSFor narrative/data-heavy games
OneManDBOneManDB.comFounder DatabaseTracks founders making $10k+/month
Slipbox.aihttps://www.slipbox.ai/Meeting AssistanceLocal audio transcription and note-taking
Knowtifshttps://apps.apple.com/ch/app/knowtifs/id6744073812Fact Feed AppGenerates and presents fact feeds with flashcard learning
VibeLoghttps://vibe-log.com/Mood Tracking AppTracks moods and habits with AI insights
PlayVersehttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.knowivate.p.kpknowivateplayGaming AppOffline and online games
Chordoohttps://www.chordoo.com/Music ToolChord progression generator
PenZenhttps://penzen.appCybersecurity ScannerSimple, AI-powered security scanning
AliveCheck.iohttp://alivecheck.ioUptime MonitoringSimple uptime monitoring app

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Struggling with Slack information overload
  • Difficulty finding affordable web design services
  • Need for better language exchange communities
  • Lack of good pickleball court directories
  • Challenges in managing supplier invoices
  • Difficulty in finding quiet, productive workspaces
  • Need for better film and narrative critique
  • Struggling with game development workflows
  • Difficulty in tracking founder progress
  • Need for better meeting note-taking solutions

Problems to Solve:

  • Managing large volumes of Slack messages
  • Finding affordable web design services
  • Avoiding scammers in language exchange
  • Locating quiet, productive workspaces
  • Analyzing film and narrative systems
  • Streamlining game development workflows
  • Tracking founder progress and milestones
  • Improving meeting productivity and note-taking

Potential Solutions:

  • AI-powered Slack summarization
  • Free web design services
  • Verified language exchange communities
  • Quiet workspace directories
  • In-depth film analysis newsletters
  • Game development CMS solutions
  • Founder progress tracking databases
  • AI meeting assistants

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Building MVP and validating with users
  • Leveraging open source contributions
  • Using free tiers to attract users
  • Building community through Discord
  • Offering free mentoring and resources

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Building waitlists for pre-launch
  • Using social media for organic growth
  • Leveraging word-of-mouth marketing
  • Offering free trials and discounts
  • Building referral programs

Monetization & Product:

  • Offering freemium models
  • Providing free tiers with premium upgrades
  • Building community features
  • Developing AI-powered solutions
  • Creating niche market solutions

User Engagement:

  • Building community through Discord
  • Offering free trials and discounts
  • Providing valuable content and resources
  • Building referral programs
  • Engaging with users through social media