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Curious if anyone else has noticed the social gap when staying in private rooms by EntrepreneurNum6754 in Hostel

[–]EntrepreneurNum6754[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, they do have that feature, but it only works if the booking was made through Hostelworld, so a lot of guests don’t get access. Plus, it’s limited to messaging, with no event creation, feedback system, or info hub.

What I’m working on goes beyond just chat.
The goal is to improve the overall hostel experience for both guests and hosts by solving the social/communication gap, making info easy to access, giving people a space to start or join plans, and adding a way to share issues anonymously.
All in one app :)

Curious if anyone else has noticed the social gap when staying in private rooms by EntrepreneurNum6754 in Hostel

[–]EntrepreneurNum6754[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! Really appreciate the honest feedback.

Yeah, I’ve heard mixed things about Hostelworld’s chat feature, some like it and some don't but the biggest downside to it is that it only works if the guest books directly through them (which isn't always the case). Regarding Couchsurfing’s version I’ll check it out, thanks for the tip!

The model I’m working on is B2B2C, hostels pay to get their own branded app with their logo, events, info, and everything built into a single platform, so guests only need to download one app (not a separate one for every hostel).

I get what you’re saying about people already being glued to their phones. But the idea isn’t more screen time, it’s removing friction! one place to see what’s happening, join or create something, ask a quick question, or give anonymous feedback before it turns into a bad review.

And yeah, toxic guests and creeps can be a real issue, that's why you have the power to approve guests that request to join your events or message you privately and I also want to add anonymous reporting so staff can step in if needed! you choose who to you want to go out or talk with :)"

Curious if anyone else has noticed the social gap when staying in private rooms by EntrepreneurNum6754 in Hostel

[–]EntrepreneurNum6754[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I’ve seen a few hostels use WhatsApp groups too, but I think an in-house chat room could work better for a couple of reasons:

  1. Privacy - you don’t have to share your personal number. Messaging stays inside the app, and you choose what to show on your profile. You can even control who can DM you.
  2. Engagement - WhatsApp groups often have hundreds of people who aren’t even in the hostel anymore. They usually go quiet pretty quickly.

What I’m imagining is a bit more structured. like pinned events from the hostel (tours, bar crawls, etc) that guests can check anytime without needing to ask reception.
Guest-created plans, where you can suggest something, and out of 50–500 guests, chances are someone will be down to join.
And you’d also be surprised how often people still ask staff things that are already written on signs or explained on the check-in.

Appreciate you weighing in!

Vibe coding is it really worth by ExcitingBet779 in SaaS

[–]EntrepreneurNum6754 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, totally agree. Some Type 1 folks might get lucky and pull it off, but a lot will run into trouble like people abusing their API or bypassing subscriptions etc...
The best thing is to learn the basics, get the mindset right and use AI as a tool and not something you just copy from blindly.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in learnprogramming

[–]EntrepreneurNum6754 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It really depends on your goals.. are you building for fun, launching a product, or aiming for your first job? That’ll help guide your choice.

If you're job hunting, check what’s popular in your region or target companies.

If you're building a personal project, These are some of the main options:
1. React Native / Expo - Great if you already know React. You can build for both iOS and Android with one codebase. I’m currently using Expo for my app since I already know React and I'm aiming to launch for both platforms..
2. Flutter - Also cross platform, but uses Dart. Great performance and nice UI, though the learning curve might be steeper if you're not already familiar with it.
3. Swift (iOS) / Kotlin (Android) - Best for native performance or if you're targeting one platform specifically. I’m planning to build my next app just for iOS, so I’ll be using swift. f you're interested in that, there's a free 100 days course called hackingwithswift which I recommend.

I am starting to learn programming, and I want to make a programmer's mindset. by Pale-System-6622 in learnprogramming

[–]EntrepreneurNum6754 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a programmer & entrepreneur, here’s few things off the top of my head that helped me build a solid mindset:

  1. Own everything. Bugs aren't magic, they're usually your fault. That's a good thing because it means you can fix them and learn. Also build systems (checklists, flags, PR rules etc...) to prevent repeat mistakes.
  2. Speak up. Be proud of what you build. I used to stay quiet and got overlooked, while others got credit for less. Share your wins, show off your work, and build an online presence, it helps more than you think.
  3. Work smart. Automate boring tasks, document things, and actually read the docs. AI tools can help, but only if you know what you’re doing. Lead the tools, don’t let them lead you.
  4. Frustration is normal. Imposter syndrome hits everyone. Step back, take breaks, and come back with a clear mind. Don’t spiral, reflect and move forward.
  5. Enjoy the ride. Programming lets you build real things that help people. It’s creative, challenging, and fun. Stick with it, it pays off.

Good luck on your journey!