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Lessons from 15 Years of Indie App Development

Exactly 15 years ago on November 9th, 2009, I got my first MacBook and started learning how to build apps. I was fascinated with the idea that you can build something that other people will find useful and enjoy using.

I always found the topic of managing your own time fascinating, and I felt like I had some good ideas on how to approach the functionality in a different way than the competition. In the era of ChatGPT wrappers and people trying to ride the latest wave in tech, even if that makes more money temporarily, I believe in providing sustainable value over time. In the regular weekly reviews and daily writings, I oftentimes felt like I've had revelations about all the things I should improve in my life, only to find myself back in the same routine shortly afterward.

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