

659: $100k with AI-Coded Apps
98 snips Feb 27, 2025
Pete McPherson, a successful blogger and app developer, reveals how he earns six figures by leveraging AI-coded applications. He discusses the ease of using AI tools for software development, emphasizing that anyone can create apps without being a developer. The conversation highlights the importance of niche solutions, partnerships for scaling, and various monetization strategies. McPherson also shares insights from selling his app fab.ai for $45,000, underscoring the financial potential in recognizing when to pivot from a project.
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Scratch Your Own Itch for Ideas
- Start by solving a small, personal problem with a simple tool.
- Build a Chrome extension or a small web app for something that frustrates you.
Focus on One Tech Stack
- Pick one specific tech stack and stick with it.
- Master Chrome extensions, WordPress plugins, or web apps before diversifying.
Unbundle Existing Tools
- Steal one small feature from an existing tool.
- Create a cheaper or simplified version, focusing on a specific need.