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I built an AI that generates Khan Academy-style videos from a single prompt. Here’s the first one.
r/SideProject
6/27/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pondery | https://pondery.org | AI Education Tool | Generates Khan Academy-style video lessons from a single prompt. Creates voice, visuals, and content. Can generate explainers from PowerPoints/PDFs/Code files. |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Frustration with long videos when only a small part is relevant
- Explanations that are too slow, too fast, or don't address specific sticking points
- Difficulty finding personalized learning content
Problems to Solve:
- Creating personalized educational content quickly
- Generating tailored explanations for specific learning needs
- Converting documents (PDFs, PowerPoints) into video lessons
Potential Solutions:
- AI-generated video lessons tailored to individual needs
- Customizable explanation levels (e.g., beginner)
- Document-to-video conversion feature
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Pilot program for early user acquisition and feedback
- Showcasing product capabilities through demo videos
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging Reddit for product launch and sign-ups
- Encouraging users to share the product
- Directing traffic to website through comments
Monetization & Product:
- Potential freemium model (pilot program as free tier)
- Focus on product-market fit through user feedback
- Developing features based on user requests (e.g., document processing)
User Engagement:
- Prompt responses to user comments
- Inviting collaboration opportunities (e.g., app integration)
- Building community through pilot program sign-ups