localfirst.fm #20 – Adam Wulf: Muse
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Feb 4, 2025 Adam Wulf, a solopreneur and engineer behind Muse, shares his fascinating journey from creating a simple iPad app to developing a collaborative platform. He reflects on the challenges of solo entrepreneurship, data privacy, and the emotional toll of transitioning from teamwork to working alone. The conversation delves into innovative subscription models, the balance between user experience and analytics, and the principles of local-first software, highlighting the importance of community and user feedback in the app's evolution.
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Muse and the iPad
- Johannes Schickling recalls Adam Wiggins' early obsession with iPad pens and Muse.
- He saw Muse as a potential "killer app" for iPads, showcasing the pen's value.
Muse's Three Phases
- Muse's journey can be divided into three phases: local-only, synced local-first, and collaborative local-first.
- Each phase built upon the last, starting with iPad-only, then Mac, and finally team collaboration.
Muse Team Growth
- Adam Wulf joined Muse as the fifth member, following the founders and the designer, Leonard.
- Linda and Henry later joined, focusing on storytelling and server development, respectively.