Under the Radar

311: The Long Term

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Jan 30, 2025
Discover the emotional landscape of middle-aged indie developers and the five key traits needed for sustained success: creativity, curiosity, resilience, reflectiveness, and restlessness. Uncover the balance between passion and financial stability while navigating career motivations. Learn how embracing creativity and novelty fuels personal growth, and hear insights on the importance of reflection and community in overcoming challenges within independent creative work. This engaging discussion highlights the evolving journey of indie app development.
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INSIGHT

Midlife and Career Longevity

  • David Smith reflects on aging and his career's longevity.
  • He considers the attributes needed for long-term indie development.
ADVICE

Intrinsic Motivation in Coding

  • Find intrinsic motivation in coding; enjoyment is key for indie success.
  • If coding feels like a constant grind, indie development may not be suitable long-term.
INSIGHT

Embracing Novelty and Creativity

  • Creativity in indie development involves embracing the unknown.
  • Starting new projects and exploring new ideas is thrilling for David Smith.
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