In this episode of the Code & Conquer podcast, I sit down with Thomas Sanlis, a seasoned Indie Hacker with over six years of experience. Thomas shares his journey into indie hacking, discussing his successful projects Uneed.best and Vue Developers.
He delves into the challenges of maintaining a directory and launching platform, handling competition from giants like Product Hunt, and the importance of automation in his workflow.
We talk about the mindset required for indie hacking, balancing passion projects with sustainable income, and the realities of freelancing and teaching. Thomas offers valuable insights into the indie hacking world, touching on themes of patience, resilience, and the quest for a balanced life.
Thomas also shares his experience handling DDoS attacks, migrating platforms, and his strategies for marketing and growth. Whether you're an aspiring indie hacker or a seasoned entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with lessons and inspiration. Don't miss it!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:49 Pivoting UnitBest: From Tools Directory to Product Hunt Alternative
07:07 Automating Processes on UnitBest for Efficiency
10:47 Vue Developers: A Reverse Job Board for Vue.js Developers
19:32 The Mindset of an Indie Hacker
28:47 The Power of Newsletters: Driving Traffic to UnitBest
31:08 The Idea Behind Vue Developers
33:12 The Value of Automation in Product Development
36:16 Different Approaches to Indie Hacking
53:19 The Benefits and Challenges of Self-Hosting
58:51 Finding a Balance Between Work and Personal Life
Thomas's Twitter: https://x.com/T_Zahil
Thomas's Website: https://www.thomas-sanlis.com/
Uneed.best: https://www.uneed.best/
Vue Developers: https://www.vue-developers.com/
My own website: https://icebearlabs.com
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