The Story of a Developer Who Created 300 Apps in 6 Years

1. Execution of Ideas

ProgrammingZombie mentioned that he started with a vague goal.

At first, I vaguely thought it would be nice to create something that could benefit the world, but when I released an app, it started generating more income than I expected.

He was inspired to dive into app development after attending a seminar in 2017.

Process of Finding Ideas

• Constantly seeking ideas during daily activities like showering, playing, working, or traveling, and immediately jotting down any ideas that come to mind.
• Always asking the question, “What if there was an app for this?”
• Regularly checking the App Store and Google Play Store to understand popular app trends.
• Developing expandable ideas and evolving a single idea in multiple directions.

ProgrammingZombie continuously reviewed the ideas he collected and chose the ones he truly wanted to create. If he later felt an idea wasn’t good, he managed it by listing it in a ‘cancel list.’

2. Efficient Development Process

His development strategy was highly efficient, reusing features from one app in others to speed up the development process.

Surprisingly, the app that took me a day to build made much more profit than the one that took six months.

Initially, he only created Android apps, but later acquired server development skills, enabling him to create more diverse and complex services.

3. Diverse Learning Methods

ProgrammingZombie preferred learning through solving real problems rather than systematic education. This approach significantly aided in rapid development and gaining practical experience. He learned by directly creating necessary features. Additionally, he used AI tools like ChatGPT for code reviews and to answer questions while learning.

4. Balancing Monetization and Marketing

Marketing is crucial for app developers. He shared his thoughts on monetization:

If app development accounts for 30%, then marketing is over 60% important.

Even earning $3.71 a day at the start was a huge motivation. Ultimately, consistently creating and improving apps led to long-term success.

5. Continuous Growth and Challenge

ProgrammingZombie focused on acquiring various skills, improving his development capabilities, and pursuing financial freedom. He wrestled with the dilemma of “improving skills vs. making money,” but eventually chose a “broad and shallow” approach. This allowed him to gain diverse experiences while also earning income.

Conclusion

ProgrammingZombie’s story demonstrates that an individual developer can leverage their skills to create a successful business. Why not start your own app development journey? A small idea could bring a significant change to your life. We encourage you to take on the challenge!