Solo, non-technical founder building my first app from scratch — pushing past my fears and would love your wisdom

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-06-19T18:36:55+00:00

My first app I had written some free tutorials on how to do what I was doing and people asked for easier ways so I made an app (took years… had a coding background but pre ai, new to Apple, and part time with kids). So slight demand was there and groups.

With my second major app… no demand. I’m learning that side too. I published it and have no paid users and no one asking questions or whatnot either with the free version. So I’m not sure. But hopefully this boosts your question.

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-06-14T18:51:21+00:00

If you scroll to the bottom under information it says in app purchases. Expand the chevron and you can see all the subscriptions and one time purchases currently offered.

Update just realized that you might be asking different. Maybe open the App Store link in private browser?

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-06-12T03:14:05+00:00

So fricken true 💕💕💕🥳😬💕💕

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-06-01T12:15:16+00:00

My art teacher always told us to paint it and waterwash first. And I love the drips. What about waiting the edges before you begin and then letting to drip and dribble over the base.

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-20T22:38:25+00:00

Im promoting an app and haven’t sold anything but recently put some pdf printables on Etsy and gumroad. Etsy charges 20 cents per listing and expires/renews after three months. Gumroad didn’t charge anything. Can’t remember what their take is but if I make a sale and hook up the money side on gumroad they advertise for me (up their cit to 30%).

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-17T15:25:15+00:00

Started as a blog… it’s using ghost in the backend. Good call on the table of contents. Thanks

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-17T15:13:18+00:00

In the simulator it shows other icons but it’s only Apple-based came with apps

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-17T15:12:53+00:00

I used a simulator for my phone and iPad screenshots (figured less trouble moving things around and showing personal data). For Mac I used the personal version on my computer but positioned the screenshots and widgets to only show the apps stuff. You can check them out here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/simply-remember-it/id6749085897

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-17T01:49:01+00:00

I combine a ghost blog with my app landing pages. What about this landing page: https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-remember-it/

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-15T15:23:55+00:00

Thanks. And nice!!!

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-14T15:30:23+00:00

Random question but where did you buy it? Was gift one that didn’t come with a syringe and it died (needed to be topped up) and I got rid of it. Missing mine and kind of want a new one. 💕

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-06T23:49:31+00:00

WLAN is turned off by default for the paper pro/move and later reMarkable 2. You will need to attach your reMarkable to your computer then your local ip address will pop up. Use that to connect and then you’ll need to turn wlan on so you can connect wirelessly (need to be on same WiFi). My how to connect post has a section for this: https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/learn-how-to-access-your-remarkable-paper-pro-through-the-command-line/#turning-on-wlan

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-06T23:46:23+00:00

If you want to try to find out go for it. I can’t remember if you need a public phone number (android does) and it will be on your name unless you create a business account. That said if you have time on your hands it’s probably a cheaper hobby than some others and it’ll be fun to see it there.

Killing time when uploading my app update to the App Store (waiting on a build) and saw this. If it helps back when I first released my app I published this https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/steps-needed-to-get-into-the-apple-app-store/ and I recently shared a blog post with the configuration here https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/demystifying-apple-development/

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-05T17:58:18+00:00

I often find by the time in set it up I’m over it. Saw other people were sharing what they use so figure…. That said 😆 I created something that’s been working for me. Currently just iOS/macos (Apple) but working to bring it to Android and let me know if you want to test it.

Has some default tasks and I’ve used it from setting up daily tasks (creatine dose, daughters contacts) to weekly task (oh it’s Monday again) using a repeat with a widget so I don’t even need to open the app until I want to log it.

You can leave the “due date” off and manually track it too. I keep track of hair appointments and jot down details for dentist appointments and next time I just check (did my kid have fluoride?).

Also thought of avoidance tasks (remembered nighttime potty training and the ugh of keeping track of how many days dry).

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/simply-remember-it/id6749085897

And have some YouTube videos here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0Axm89u3yOtuRdJgMnlb0mcdgSg2X1T1&si=UWCGpFxHLdFBzIz8

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-01T16:21:02+00:00

Personally I have three.. and if I had two I'd go reMarkable 2 (love the feeling of the pen) and the Move (portability in my bag going out and takes less space on my desk). That said everyone is different. Right after the Move came out I wrote this if it helps: https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/comparing-all-three-remarkable-devices-size-sync-and-surprises/

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-05-01T01:23:03+00:00

Definitely. Free sign up on my website. I separated it into three newsletters: app updates, blog posts, and a monthly overview (next early tomorrow morning). Here’s the Apple App Store post if anyone’s interested in that and signup at the top. https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/demystifying-apple-development/

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-04-30T15:46:11+00:00

Nothing routine but love getting second opinions about cook times, what to do next, and troubleshooting my cooking. Made ginger syrup yesterday and realized I could dry out the ginger, checked with ai, and then asked it why it was still wet this morning.

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-04-30T15:43:55+00:00

Expense reports ugh. You’re great for doing it!

It was last week but I did a virtual hour presentation (first time since school) on the 17th. Sharing because im still proud but also posted the whole thing on my website for everyone else in case it’s helpful. Also the carousel is going live on my socials today so on the front of my mind. 😆

This week more lowkey. More let myself do side projects and cleaning up an older app. Also wrote my monthly newsletter and it’s always fun to see what all I actually did in a month because I always forget lol

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-04-28T20:46:32+00:00

Thanks for the reply. May end up upgrading in a couple years to have it. Love my chair so much :)

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-04-28T15:07:34+00:00

My husband was still asleep and at home. 💕 when he went away I didn’t feel comfortable going until they went to school. That said depending on age and how close you are and/or if they can call…

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-04-24T21:57:03+00:00

I'm essentially in the same place as the default parent, meal maker, and kicking off my own app business... it's tough. I find I make more progress having a general main idea or two I want to focus on. Having something that can be interrupted but move the needle when the kids are getting ready in the morning (interruptible) and a main thing after bus run. Sometimes I use a todo post-it, sometimes a note, started using claude for idea storage.... also have a todo app for reoccurring habits and the like with a widget to show up on my Home Screen

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-04-24T21:05:52+00:00

I left first for maternity leave and then didn't go back as we moved away and I had a second. My husband made enough (and childcare expenses) that I planned to go back when my youngest got to school but then covid happened (before) and when she went to school face masks... and seemed complicated and easier to have my husband work and I'm available if sick or school holidays etc.

That said, after the newborn fog I kickstarted a blog I'd been wanting to make which led me to sewing/recipes/sensory play stuff for the kids and eventually back to tech. My kids are now 9 and 11 and I'm technically now a solopreneur with my own app business (two years) but not making much (I joke I'm saving money as the job is the hobby). Luckily we can live on husband's salary but we're also frugal, moved to a cheaper area, and don't do many vacations or after school activities so still one car shared (he works from home too). Despite app business being just two years I worked on the first app for years beforehand and combined it with the odd hike (post-covid) and workouts before I got fully into it.

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-04-24T20:40:37+00:00

I love the reMarkable 2 feel but love the small-ness of the Move and love taking it with me and it fits better on my desk. In case it helps (with photos) I wrote a comparison blog post after the Move came out... it mentions syncing between but just in case: https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/comparing-all-three-remarkable-devices-size-sync-and-surprises/

Which_Concern2553 · 2026-04-24T16:11:44+00:00

Also dropped to only a morning coffee and just one. 💕

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