Learning From My Side Project Mistakes

What if the biggest obstacle to finishing your side project isn't time, but perfectionism?

Learning From My Side Project Mistakes
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Learning from the mistakes of past side projects

The speaker introduces the theme of analyzing failed side projects to extract valuable lessons, drawing parallels to world-changing ideas.

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Establish a clear purpose and goals from the start

Starting a project without a clear 'why' and measurable goals can lead to a loss of motivation and eventual abandonment.

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Avoid perfectionism by focusing on good enough

Getting bogged down in minor details like a login page prevents real progress, so it's better to prioritize an MVP over a flawless product.

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Prevent scope creep by keeping the initial project small

It's difficult to say no to your own ideas which leads to scope creep, so focus on a minimal, manageable scope to ensure completion.

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Filter user feedback to stay true to your vision

While feedback is valuable, trying to implement every suggestion can bloat the UI and complicate the product, so you must filter it carefully.

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Overcome tech stack paralysis by using familiar tools

Over-analyzing choices between frameworks and platforms leads to paralysis, so it's more effective to use familiar technologies to build faster.

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Be cautious of proprietary tech and vendor lock-in

Using proprietary platforms like Firebase can create vendor lock-in and introduce security risks if you're unfamiliar with their best practices.

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Avoid unnecessary costs on unvalidated project ideas

Spending money on domain names and hosting for unvalidated ideas is a common pitfall, so leverage free tiers and delay purchases.

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Key takeaways for successful side project development

The talk concludes by summarizing key lessons like prioritizing progress over perfection and using boring, familiar technologies.

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