#131: No-Code SaaS Platform Bootstrapped to 75,000 Customers – Rachit Khator

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Feb 14, 2025

Rachit Khator, the founder and CEO of Stackby, shares his inspiring journey from working in a corporate venture firm to launching a successful no-code platform that empowers users without technical backgrounds. He discusses the strategic decisions that fueled Stackby’s growth to 75,000 customers while competing against well-funded rivals. Rachit reflects on the entrepreneurial spirit in India's smaller cities, the importance of customer feedback, and innovative growth strategies, all while navigating the challenges of building a sustainable business in a competitive landscape.

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Paternal Inspiration

Rachit Khator's father, a first-generation entrepreneur, advised him to create opportunities in his own city.
This inspired Rachit to found Stackby in Surat, India, instead of moving to a larger tech hub.

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Stackby's Origin

Rachit worked in corporate venture capital, analyzing deals on spreadsheets, where he realized the need for a better tool.
This led him to create Stackby, initially as an API-first spreadsheet.

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Bootstrapping Decision

Despite having connections with US investors, Rachit chose to bootstrap Stackby in India due to visa restrictions.
He also wanted to build a product at his own pace.

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