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Building a "super app" with all the web tools I use. 100% free and open source
r/SideProject
6/27/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101WebTools | https://101webtools.com/ | Developer Tools Suite | Free, open-source, PWA compatible, consolidates multiple tools into one app |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Managing too many bookmarks for different tools
- Tools scattered across various websites
- Lack of a centralized, locally accessible tool hub
Problems to Solve:
- Consolidate frequently used web tools into a single application
- Enable offline/local access to tools via PWA
- Reduce bookmark clutter and improve workflow efficiency
Potential Solutions:
- Create an open-source PWA that aggregates multiple tools
- Host all tools under a single domain with desktop accessibility
- Continuously add new tools based on user requests (e.g., JSON viewer)
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Open-sourcing the project to encourage community contributions
- Incremental feature development based on user feedback
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging Reddit communities (r/SideProject) for exposure
- Encouraging GitHub stars for visibility and updates
- Showcasing mobile responsiveness as a selling point
Monetization & Product:
- Currently 100% free with no monetization mentioned
- Focus on product-market fit through tool expansion (goal: 101 tools)
- Prioritizing features requested by users (e.g., JSON viewer)
User Engagement:
- Soliciting feedback directly in Reddit posts
- Providing update notifications via GitHub repository
- Implementing user-requested features promptly