Starter Story How I Built It: $12K/Month Micro SaaS | Starter Story
Oct 6, 2025
Dmytro Krasun, the founder of Screenshot One, shares his journey from a steady developer job to creating a successful micro-SaaS that pulls in $12K/month. He explains why he pursued his childhood dream and the importance of choosing the right niche. Dmytro delves into his product validation strategy, emphasizing gaining real customers over mere opinions. He also discusses effective marketing channels, reducing churn through direct communication, and how he manages as a solopreneur. His insights are invaluable for aspiring entrepreneurs!
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From Developer To $12K/Month Tool
- Dmytro built Screenshot One to automate screenshots and reached 280 customers and ~$12,000 MRR.
- He runs a subscription model with tiered pricing and add-ons for extra features.
Pick Ideas Aligned With Your Strengths
- Reduce idea space to what you can build well and leverage your core skillset.
- Validate niches by finding competitors who already have paying customers to prove demand.
Competition Is A Demand Signal
- Competition signals demand and gives data to estimate market size and pricing.
- Uniqueness isn't required; you need enough users willing to pay your target revenue.