I sat down with Billy Howell to explore his journey into building and selling apps with AI as a self-taught solopreneur. Billy shared how he transitioned from defense consulting into the world of simple app creation. We talked about the power of AI-driven tools like Replit for rapidly creating simple solutions, and his first successful app. He talked about leveraging Upwork to find initial clients and build a freelance business. Billy also touched on his strategy for tackling "shiny object syndrome" and the potential for reselling custom-built apps. If you're curious about creating simple apps and potentially starting your own agency, Billy's experience is a must-hear. Find Billy on Twitter (Billy J Howell) and explore his work at https://stupid-simple-apps.com/.
00:00 From Zero to Full-Time: The Journey of a Self-Taught Coder 02:59 Vibe Coding: Building Apps with Natural Language 05:47 Choosing the Right AI Coding Tools 09:06 Navigating Upwork: Finding Clients and Jobs 11:58 Building Custom Solutions for Niche Markets 14:56 The Last 10%: Overcoming Development Hurdles 17:49 Shiny Object Syndrome: Managing Multiple Projects 21:09 Scaling Your Freelance Business 24:01 Distribution Strategies for SaaS Tools 26:56 Personal Branding and Sharing Your Journey
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