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My first AI startup, born in the /vue-tutorial folder, now ~15 new users per day
r/SideProject
6/26/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| modernresume.co | https://modernresume.co | Resume Builder | Drag-and-drop editor, customizable layouts, basic AI for resume writing, clean PDF export |
| Google Analytics | https://analytics.google.com | Analytics | Used on app website for tracking |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Existing resume builders are outdated, ugly, or behind sneaky subscriptions
- Resumes may be rejected by AI systems if design is too complex
- Lack of constructive feedback on resume quality
- Privacy concerns regarding GDPR compliance
Problems to Solve:
- Creating professional resumes without subscription fees
- Ensuring resumes are ATS (Applicant Tracking System) friendly
- Providing region-specific resume standards (e.g., no photos in India)
- Preventing misuse of one-time purchase licenses
Potential Solutions:
- One-time payment model instead of subscriptions
- Implementing region-specific templates (e.g., US vs Poland standards)
- Adding engineering-focused templates (e.g., LaTeX-based)
- Improving design based on constructive feedback
- Ensuring GDPR compliance in privacy policy
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Bootstrapping with minimal initial investment
- Starting as a side project to solve personal pain point
- Rebuilding product for new markets (Poland → US)
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Organic growth through Reddit community engagement
- Free tier to attract users (one free resume)
- Leveraging personal success story (tool helped land first job)
Monetization & Product:
- One-time payment model ($9 for lifetime access)
- Low operational costs mentioned as advantage
- Rapid iteration based on user feedback (e.g., template improvements)
- Product-market fit validated in Polish market (~15 users/day)
User Engagement:
- Actively responding to user feedback on Reddit
- Soliciting specific UX improvement suggestions
- Community-driven template suggestions (e.g., engineering resumes)