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2025-05-27·6
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The exact steps I took to validate my idea before building (now at $7,300/mo)

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SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Buildpadhttps://buildpad.ioProduct Development PlatformAI-powered idea validation, MVP building tools, user feedback collection

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty validating product ideas
  • Struggling to find product-market fit
  • Wasting time building products no one wants

Problems to Solve:

  • Validating product ideas before building
  • Finding and understanding target users' needs
  • Building effective MVP quickly

Potential Solutions:

  • Conducting user surveys and interviews
  • Building minimal viable product (MVP)
  • Iterative product development based on user feedback

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Validating product ideas through user research
  • Building MVP quickly to test market fit
  • Iterative product development based on user feedback

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Targeted social media marketing (X, Reddit)
  • Setting clear daily marketing goals and execution
  • Leveraging word-of-mouth from satisfied users

Monetization & Product:

  • Freemium model with paid upgrades
  • Continuous product improvement based on user feedback

User Engagement:

  • Active community building through social media
  • Providing value through free tools and resources
  • Offering personalized feedback and support
40

My SaaS Hit 2.2K Users, No Marketing Budget. Here's How I Did It :

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SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
SuperWrapperhttps://superwrapper.in/SaaS ProductNo specific features mentioned

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty getting free traffic and users
  • Need for effective marketing strategies without budget
  • Desire for organic growth methods

Problems to Solve:

  • Acquiring users without paid advertising
  • Building brand awareness and credibility
  • Creating valuable content that attracts users

Potential Solutions:

  • Leveraging online communities and groups
  • Creating helpful content and resources
  • Strategic cold outreach and networking

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Building relationships in online communities
  • Creating valuable content that solves user problems
  • Strategic cold outreach focused on helping
  • Transparent product development and community engagement

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Participating in relevant online communities
  • Creating SEO-optimized content
  • Building email lists through valuable free content

Monetization & Product:

  • Focus on solving specific user problems
  • Building in public to build trust and community

User Engagement:

  • Regular updates and progress sharing
  • Showing behind-the-scenes development
  • Supporting other founders and building relationships
21

It's Monday, drop your product. What are you building?

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SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
RestorePhoto.cohttp://restorephoto.co/AI Photo RestorationOne-click photo restoration using AI
LeadFinder-Chrome ExtensionHelps find local businesses on Google Maps
PostcardLove.comhttps://postcardlove.comPostcard Sending ServiceSend real postcards using phone photos
CalcWealth.inhttps://www.calcwealth.in/Investment CalculatorCombines existing investments + ongoing SIPs
Piegonhttp://piegon.proEmail Marketing PlatformOne-time payment, unlimited subscribers/campaigns
VibeRankhttps://www.viberank.devCommunity LeaderboardFree submission, feedback system, points/prizes
SuperSimpleWhats.comhttps://supersimplewhats.comWhatsApp APISimplified API for sending messages
RoRenderhttps://rorender.com/homeOrthographic Minimap GeneratorTargets Roblox developers
Signups.mehttps://signups.meSubscription ManagerTracks paid web services, sets email reminders
Workdeep.apphttp://Workdeep.appFocus & Attention OptimizationHelps optimize focus and attention
ClassTrackhttps://classtrack.live/Live FrameworkLive notes, mind maps, to-do lists for students
Vibe-Log.comhttps://vibe-log.com/Mood & Habit TrackerAI-powered insights for well-being
MakerLauncherhttps://makerlauncher.com/waitlistDeveloper-Growth Expert ConnectionConnects developers with growth experts
Klque.ai-Organic Content ToolHelps founders do organic content without big budgets
NoDiref.comhttps://nodiref.comReferral Management SystemCustomizable, REST API for integration
WraithScan.comhttps://wraithscan.comSecurity ScannerIntegrates with GH actions, Jira, Slack
Magnetify.aihttp://Magnetify.aiLead Magnet GeneratorCreates mini-courses, lead pages, ebooks
Scrollz.cohttps://www.scrollz.coNewsletter ReaderAI summaries, discovery, audio narrations
LightSpeedJobs.comhttps://lightspeedjobs.com/AI-Powered Job AggregatorFilters remote jobs in real-time
VibePlanner.devco.solutionshttps://vibeplanner.devco.solutions/AI Project PlannerTurns ideas into working projects with AI
TechToolsWeb.comhttps://techtoolsweb.comTool CollectionReact-built design with additional tools
BrewIQhttps://brewiq.carrd.coCaffeine TrackerHelps cut back on caffeine headaches
Herewegoal-Project Task ManagerSimple task manager for students/freelancers
TrendlyAI.comhttps://trendlyai.comTrend Intelligence PlatformDetects trends across 42 languages
LaunchIgniter.comhttps://launchigniter.com/Product Launch PlatformGet feedback on projects
IndieLaunchers.comhttps://indielaunchers.comProduct Launch PlatformNo wait times, real-time feedback
BotOps-Bot Hosting PlatformHost Telegram/Discord bots with pay-per-use

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty finding local businesses without websites
  • Need for better investment calculators
  • Pain of managing multiple subscriptions
  • Need for affordable student productivity tools
  • Difficulty tracking caffeine intake
  • Need for better trend intelligence

Problems to Solve:

  • Finding local businesses for web design/development
  • Calculating combined investments + ongoing SIPs
  • Managing paid web services subscriptions
  • Tracking caffeine consumption
  • Detecting global trends before competitors

Potential Solutions:

  • Chrome extension for finding local businesses
  • Investment calculator combining multiple factors
  • Subscription management tool with reminders
  • Student-focused productivity tools
  • Caffeine tracking tool
  • Global trend intelligence platform

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Building community-driven platforms
  • Offering free tiers with generous features
  • Providing AI-powered solutions

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Launching on Product Hunt
  • Building waitlists for early access
  • Leveraging social media for promotion

Monetization & Product:

  • One-time payment models
  • Pay-per-use pricing
  • Free versions for testing

User Engagement:

  • Community leaderboards with feedback systems
  • Real-time feedback and feature suggestions
  • AI-powered insights and recommendations
11

Today I got my first customer!

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SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Interview Hammerhttps://interviewhammer.com/Interview AI AssistantListens to Zoom, Google Meet, and Teams calls; provides instant answers

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Stress and anxiety during job interviews
  • Lack of preparation time for interviews
  • Difficulty staying calm under pressure

Problems to Solve:

  • Need for real-time interview assistance
  • Desire for quick, effective interview preparation
  • Requirement for stress reduction techniques

Potential Solutions:

  • AI-powered interview assistance
  • Real-time feedback and answers during interviews
  • Stress management tools and techniques

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Word-of-mouth referrals
  • Community building through Reddit and Discord

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Leveraging Reddit communities for customer acquisition
  • Creating referral programs with discount codes

Monetization & Product:

  • Tiered pricing with discount codes for referrals
  • Developing AI-powered interview assistance features

User Engagement:

  • Building community through Discord
  • Providing quick, personalized support during critical moments
6

Just launched my first SaaS (skillyst.com) - would love your feedback 🙏

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SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Skillysthttps://skillyst.comAI-powered resume analyzerInstant, tailored feedback; checks tone, grammar, impact, ATS compatibility
Viberankhttps://www.viberank.devCommunity-driven leaderboardHelps indie devs share projects, get feedback, stay visible
wheretheytalk.comhttps://wheretheytalk.comSocial conversation surfacingSurfaces live Reddit/Twitter/IH/HN conversations based on product + audience

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Qualified job seekers struggling to get interviews
  • Resumes not ATS-friendly
  • Resumes not clearly communicating value

Problems to Solve:

  • Optimizing resumes for better interview chances
  • Making resume feedback instant and tailored

Potential Solutions:

  • AI-powered resume analysis
  • Community-driven feedback platforms
  • Social conversation surfacing tools

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Launching on community platforms like Product Hunt
  • Participating in relevant subreddits

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Submitting to community leaderboards
  • Engaging in relevant Reddit threads
  • Leveraging social conversation surfacing tools

User Engagement:

  • Encouraging user feedback and sharing
  • Building community through leaderboards
  • Providing instant value through AI analysis
5

Got ghosted by a SaaS client after months of work (and lost my deposit too)

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SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
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USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Getting ghosted by clients after delivering work
  • Difficulty recovering deposits through chargebacks
  • Risk of not getting paid for completed work
  • Challenges in protecting intellectual property

Problems to Solve:

  • Secure payment methods for SaaS projects
  • Legal protection against non-payment
  • Effective client communication and milestone management

Potential Solutions:

  • Require milestone payments
  • Use bank transfers instead of credit cards
  • Implement kill switches for unfinished projects
  • Consider business insurance

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Require milestone payments for large projects
  • Use bank transfers for deposits
  • Implement kill switches for unfinished projects

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • [No specific marketing methods mentioned]

Monetization & Product:

  • Structure payments by milestones
  • Consider business insurance for payment protection

User Engagement:

  • [No specific engagement techniques mentioned]