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🖋️ Built a handwriting-to-text converter with my own trained model for my Electron writing app!
r/SideProject
6/3/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electron | https://www.electronjs.org/ | Cross-platform desktop app framework | Enables building desktop apps using web technologies |
| Custom-trained neural network | N/A | Handwriting recognition | BiLSTM + Attention + CTC Loss architecture |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Difficulty in converting handwritten notes to digital text
- Need for seamless switching between pen and keyboard input
Problems to Solve:
- Real-time handwriting recognition for note-taking applications
- Improving accuracy of custom-trained handwriting models
Potential Solutions:
- Implementing real-time handwriting recognition in writing applications
- Fine-tuning neural network models for better accuracy
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building unique features like real-time handwriting recognition
- Creating cross-platform desktop applications using web technologies
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Showcasing product demos and results to attract users
- Offering free audits and quick tips to engage potential customers
Monetization & Product:
- Developing niche features that solve specific user problems
- Providing value through custom-trained models and unique functionality
User Engagement:
- Encouraging user feedback and community input for product improvement
- Offering free audits and expert advice to build trust and engagement