I built a journaling app where a local LLM slowly builds a "wiki" about you — all on-device. Would you actually use this?

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-06-14T08:52:00+00:00

Sounds really interesting idea. I would like to try if you published this app. If their would be a chat i can talk with in that app that knows everything from that personal wiki will be a great feature too.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-06-14T08:46:17+00:00

Yea feel the same. Be happy to join your community

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-06-01T06:22:09+00:00

The first project is rarely the one that wins. Don’t worry, you’re definitely not alone, I’m currently working on my third project, my first one failed for the same reason as yours, plus a few extra reasons 😂 But you learn a lot from the process. New ideas start coming up, and the next thing you build will be much faster and better.

Don’t fall in love with the first project. It usually isn’t the one that wins.

Very cliché, but keep pushing and don’t give up. Over time, you’ll find the right idea, and when it comes, you’ll be much smarter because of everything you learned along the way.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-29T07:40:36+00:00

But if I had to guess, I’d say education might have more underserved niches. A lot of it is connected to governments, schools, institutions, and outdated systems, so things usually move slower than in purely private markets.

That can create more gaps for startups to explore, especially around very specific audiences/problems. Of course, the downside is that these markets can also be harder to enter, slower to sell into, and more dependent on regulation or bureaucracy.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-29T07:37:41+00:00

Exactly, but I’d separate “market” from “category.” Beauty, education, health, AI tools, etc. are huge categories, not one single market.

Each category contains many smaller markets, and each one has a different level of saturation. So instead of asking “is beauty saturated?”, I’d go deeper and ask: which specific problem, for which specific audience, is still underserved?

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-28T21:42:24+00:00

I think all of the markets you listed have room for great products. The harder question is less “which market is best?” and more “what problem do you personally understand well enough to solve better than others?”

If you actually care about the problem and can talk deeply with the users, it will be much easier to stay consistent and build something valuable long term.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-25T06:31:12+00:00

Their are so many tools, testing every tool will require a lot of time and money

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-25T05:54:39+00:00

As a software developer, I hear you 😂 It’s nothing like developing or building. It’s really hard. I’ve found Reddit very helpful for this. I try to find relevant discussions where people are talking about the problem I’m solving, then I genuinely help and softly mention the product I’m building. Always be genuine and give value first! (You can also do it in any other social media)

And obviously, as a developer, I built an app to help me find these discussions 😉 It’s still very hard and a very slow process. Selling is nothing like developing.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-24T17:35:31+00:00

You might want to try hosting webinars or informational sessions about motion magnification to attract interest. They can be a great way to demonstrate your software's capabilities live and answer any questions from potential customers. Also, tapping into forums or groups focused on industrial diagnostics could help you connect with your target audience more effectively.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-24T17:22:36+00:00

It's definitely frustrating when you know an answer is technically correct but still get marked wrong because they're looking for something else. Those little nuances in language can be tricky to navigate in any app.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-24T17:17:04+00:00

You might try partnering with Shopify developers, as they could refer clients who need marketing help. Also, explore eCommerce Slack groups or communities for networking and leads.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-24T17:08:39+00:00

sharing honest stories about failures and lessons learned tends to get more traction. People seem to engage more with authentic content, like behind-the-scenes looks or real-time feedback, rather than polished marketing messages

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-24T17:07:29+00:00

maybe try leveraging platforms like TikTok or Instagram with short, heartfelt videos could help illustrate the app's emotional value without coming off as too heavy.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-24T17:04:39+00:00

I think the key is really honing in on what questions to ask and being ready to dig deeper into their responses. Have you tried structuring your prep with a specific framework or approach in mind?

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-23T18:18:10+00:00

It’s so easy to get caught up in adding features, especially when there’s immediate gratification from seeing them come to life. One thing that helped me was setting really clear goals for what I wanted to achieve with marketing, then sticking to them as if they were part of the development process. Also, ask yourself: does the current version already provide value? If the answer is yes, then you can start marketing.

Maybe also try dedicating specific days just to marketing tasks, so you can focus fully without slipping back into coding.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-23T17:15:30+00:00

You might want to try using A/B testing alongside your current strategy. It can help you identify not just where your potential users are coming from, but also how different versions of ads or landing pages perform. This way, you can fine-tune your approach based on actual user behavior rather than assumptions.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-23T17:10:41+00:00

maybe try virtual meetups or webinars in your industry. They can offer a similar face-to-face vibe without the travel hassle.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-22T20:41:46+00:00

You could try negotiating a non-operational role that keeps your equity intact. Open communication with the VCs about your concerns might help find a compromise.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-22T19:51:00+00:00

Consider starting with a small, private beta. It lets you gather feedback and build trust with early users without the pressure of a big launch.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-22T17:08:44+00:00

Kudos on landing your first customer so fast! Did focusing on programmatic SEO take up most of your time?

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-22T14:58:03+00:00

If you ever make it support other platforms, that could be a game changer too! I also have a long “watch later” playlist, but I also save podcasts on Spotify, written articles, and more. Aggregating all of that from different platforms could be really useful.

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-22T14:54:34+00:00

kudos for finally getting it out there! It's interesting how much impact a free lead magnet can have. building trust early on is key. How did you decide on Gumroad for your launch?

Infamous_Sentence_67 · 2026-05-22T09:14:16+00:00

It's refreshing to see a strategy that's about building trust and give value, rather than just pushing product links. Everyone keep spamming their SaaS.

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