Based on a tutorial by Scott (Creator Name)
Frustrated with trying to build an app that actually makes money? You’re not alone. Most developers struggle to bridge the gap between coding skills and profitable app creation.
I’ve summarized this incredibly practical guide that walks you through the entire process of creating, building, and marketing an app that generates real revenue – without needing groundbreaking ideas or complex tech stacks.
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Coming Up With App Ideas (00:00-05:42)
The creator begins by sharing his credentials – building 14+ apps over 3 years and now earning thousands in monthly recurring revenue. Unlike many tutorials from highly successful entrepreneurs making $30-100K monthly, his advice comes from someone closer to the beginning stages of success.
Key Points:
- Don’t try to be original – Copy what already exists in the market
- Skip extensive validation – If similar apps are successful, the market is already validated
- Drop your ego about originality – Multiple solutions can exist for the same problem
- Start with copying, then differentiate later with unique features
My Take:
This counterintuitive advice is precisely what many developers need to hear. The market doesn’t reward originality; it rewards solving problems effectively. The creator’s approach of “copy first, differentiate later” removes the biggest obstacle most developers face – analysis paralysis about their app concept.
How to Build Your Application (05:43-11:34)
The creator acknowledges that viewers will have varying coding experience levels but offers practical tech stack advice applicable to everyone from beginners to experts. He emphasizes choosing technologies based on community support rather than technical perfection.
Key Points:
- Web Applications: Use Next.js for development and Vercel for hosting
- Mobile Applications: Use Expo (based on React Native) for cross-platform development
- Backend: Use Supabase for authentication, databases, and storage
- Payments: Use Stripe for processing payments
- Analytics: Consider PostHog for tracking user behavior and running experiments
// Example of a simple Next.js page component
export default function Home() {
return (
<div>
<h1>My App</h1>
<p>Welcome to my application!</p>
</div>
)
}
My Take:
The focus on popular technologies with strong community support is excellent advice. As someone who’s helped many developers build their first apps, I’ve seen how much time gets wasted debating tech stack choices. His recommendations provide a solid foundation that will work for most app ideas without falling into technical rabbit holes.
Marketing and Selling Your Product (11:35-16:50)
The final section addresses the area where most developers struggle – marketing their creation. The creator emphasizes that there are countless marketing strategies, but focuses on those most likely to yield results for new app creators.
Key Points:
- Social Media Marketing: Copy successful formats from other app creators
- Reddit Marketing: Find relevant discussions and provide your app as a solution
- Search Engine Optimization: Long-term strategy but less viral potential
- Influencer Marketing: Expensive but can provide rapid growth
- Top Recommendations: Focus on short-form video (TikTok/Instagram) and Reddit
My Take:
The creator’s recommendation to “be shameless” about copying successful marketing formats is refreshing. Too many developers avoid marketing altogether because they don’t know where to start. The Reddit strategy is particularly underrated – it provides a low barrier to entry with potentially high returns when done correctly.
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