Intro: The Dream That Became a Plan
Many successful SaaS startups began as humble side projectsه. Here's how I turned an idea into a working MVP — and what I learned along the way.
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1. Identifying the Problem Worth Solving
Why solving your own pain point often leads to the best ideas
Validating the problem: talking to real people, not just assumptions
Niche > Broad: Why I chose a focused audience first
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2. Defining the MVP (Minimum Viable Product)
MVP ≠ Crappy product — it’s a focused product
My method: Write down features, then cut 80%
The single core value: what I made sure worked perfectly
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3. Building the MVP Fast
Tools I used (e.g., no-code, low-code, or frameworks like Next.js)
Timeboxing: giving myself 30 days to build
Launch before you're ready (because "ready" never comes)
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4. Early Users and Feedback Loops
How I found my first 10 users
Setting up a feedback funnel (email, Slack group, etc.)
Using feedback without losing your vision
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5. Launching Publicly
Where I launched (Product Hunt, Indie Hackers, X/Twitter, Reddit)
What worked and what fell flat
The power of a simple landing page
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6. Lessons Learned (The Honest Part)
What I’d do differently
Mistakes that wasted time
Why shipping early matters more than polishing
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7. What’s Next: Scaling Beyond the MVP
Moving from project to product
When to start charging
Early growth channels I’m testing now
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Conclusion: You Don’t Need Permission to Start
Turning a side project into a SaaS product is less about luck and more about consistent small actions. If you're on the fence — start messy. Iterate.