Your Side Project Is Not a Business
The article discusses the misconception that building software is the hardest part of creating a business, especially with the rise of AI tools. While many individuals can now deploy applications quickly, the challenge of finding and retaining paying customers remains significant. The author emphasizes that without a sustainable revenue stream, these projects are merely hobbies rather than true businesses.
- ▪There are 630 million repositories on GitHub, and app submissions have increased significantly.
- ▪AI has made it easier to build applications, but the challenge of distribution and customer acquisition persists.
- ▪Many AI-driven projects have launched, but a substantial number fail to attract paying customers.
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