The Stack Overflow Podcast Leaving your job to pursue an indie project as a solo developer
Jul 13, 2021
Samuel Simões, an independent software developer from Rio de Janeiro and creator of the Poker Now online poker platform, shares his journey from self-taught coder to launching a successful service. He discusses the unique features that set Poker Now apart and the challenges he faced during a massive influx of users. Simões reflects on the allure of leaving a steady job to pursue indie projects, balancing creativity with the need for revenue. His insights into the evolving world of online poker highlight both community connection and personal passion in software development.
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Pandemic Poker Reunion
- Ben Popper's poker group reunited online during the pandemic after years of less frequent play.
- They sought a simple, browser-based platform due to issues with other platforms like PokerStars.
Finding Poker Now
- Ben Popper's poker group transitioned from Blockchain Poker to Poker Now due to platform changes and limitations.
- They discovered Poker Now was run by an independent developer, Samuel Simões, leading to this podcast interview.
Samuel's Background
- Samuel Simões, a self-taught developer from Brazil, created Poker Now.
- He learned to code through YouTube, Stack Overflow, and online tutorials.