The Indie Startup Podcast Stripe acquires LemonSqueezy, SaaS boilerplates, indie hacking in Europe is hard
Jul 31, 2024
The discussion kicks off with the implications of Stripe's acquisition of Lemon Squeezy, exploring how it could reshape independence in the indie developer scene. They dive into the rise of SaaS boilerplates, weighing their benefits for speeding up development against concerns of branding. The conversation takes a turn to European entrepreneurship, highlighting the unique challenges indie makers face compared to their U.S. counterparts and the shifting immigration policies that could influence the future of remote work.
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Acquisitions Validate Bootstrapping
- Indie makers selling to corporations validates bootstrapping's potential.
- Building in public increases visibility to potential acquirers.
The Bootstrapping Paradox
- Bootstrappers selling challenges the 'bootstrap to the death' narrative.
- Many indie makers would consider VC funding or acquisition but avoid admitting it.
Lemon Squeezy's Impact on India
- Indian makers relied heavily on Lemon Squeezy.
- They worry about Stripe's acquisition due to Stripe's unavailability in India.