Side projects are a great way to learn, but many fail, providing valuable lessons on what not to do.
Starting a project with only a vague idea leads to failure, so define a strong 'why' and measurable goals to stay motivated.
Getting bogged down in minor details like a login page stalls progress, so prioritize core functionality and launch an MVP to get feedback.
It's hard to say no to your own ideas, but adding features prematurely derails projects, so keep the initial scope manageable.
While user feedback is valuable, trying to implement every suggestion can overcomplicate the UI and detract from the core purpose.
Over-analyzing frameworks and platforms stalls projects, so choose familiar technologies to accelerate development and focus on building.
Using proprietary platforms like Firebase can lead to vendor lock-in, non-transferable skills, and potential security vulnerabilities.
Avoid buying domain names and paying for hosting until your project is validated, and be mindful of the sunk cost fallacy.
The main lessons are to prioritize progress over perfection, stick to your vision, use boring technology, and manage costs wisely.
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35:23Rachel Lee Nabors
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50:44David Levai
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