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How a Solo Dev Hit 10K MRR With a Product Hunt Launch and Nothing Else
In this episode, Lucas and Luna break down the story of a solo developer who reached $10,000 in monthly recurring revenue from a single Product Hunt launch — with no prior audience, no social media presence, and zero paid ads. They walk through the exact launch strategy: a polished landing page, a targeted list of 50 early supporters, and a follow-up email sequence that converted launch-day visitors into paying customers. The hosts also discuss why Product Hunt works for certain types of products (developer tools, simple utilities) and why it's a gamble for others. Specific metrics covered…
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