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3daistudio.com - How our university side project became a 6-person startup ($130k MRR) + AMA
r/SideProject
5/26/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3DAIStudio | https://3daistudio.com | 3D Modeling Tool | AI-powered concept-to-mesh workflow, game studio/product team focus |
| Google Cloud | https://cloud.google.com | Cloud Infrastructure | Used for AI inference and GPU processing |
| Hetzner | https://www.hetzner.com | VPS Hosting | Hosts Django backend and database |
| Cloudflare | https://www.cloudflare.com | CDN | Content delivery network |
| Stripe | https://stripe.com | Payment Processing | Handles subscription payments |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com | Video Platform | Hosts tutorial videos |
| Django | https://www.djangoproject.com | Web Framework | Backend framework |
| Next.js | https://nextjs.org | Frontend Framework | Frontend framework |
| Screen Studio | - | Screen Recording | Used for tutorial video creation |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Need for faster 3D modeling workflows
- High cost of hiring 3D artists
- Difficulty finding production-ready 3D models
- Manual modeling as a bottleneck
Problems to Solve:
- Reducing time from concept to 3D model
- Making 3D modeling accessible to non-experts
- Providing affordable 3D modeling solutions
- Streamlining 3D asset creation for game studios
Potential Solutions:
- AI-powered 3D modeling tools
- Automated mesh generation from images
- Subscription-based access to 3D modeling capabilities
- Educational resources and tutorials
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- SEO optimization through backlink building
- Content marketing with tutorial videos
- Freemium model with free trials
- Direct user feedback through weekly calls
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Cold email outreach with personalized offers
- YouTube tutorials targeting specific search intent
- SEO-driven organic traffic
- Content marketing through blog posts
Monetization & Product:
- Freemium model with paid plans
- Annual contracts for enterprise customers
- Strategic pricing and packaging
- Continuous feature development based on user feedback
User Engagement:
- Weekly user calls for feedback
- Community building through tutorials
- Regular feature updates and improvements
- Personalized onboarding and support