Solo Engineers Cannot Find a Reliable Framework for Building a Profitable Side Business
Engineers trying to build solo SaaS businesses receive contradictory advice — build for a niche vs. build what you need — and cannot determine which path leads to sustainable revenue. A high-upvote HN discussion (163 points) surfaces widespread frustration with the disconnect between success stories and actionable repeatable strategies.
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