
Code and Conquer - The Indie Hacker Podcast
Welcome to the Code and Conquer Podcast, hosted by Tobias Arweiler, indie hacker and founder of Ice Bear Labs. Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of indie hackers, exploring their journeys, challenges, and triumphs.
Every episode features a one-on-one conversation with a unique entrepreneur, focusing on their experiences, wisdom, and insights. From $0 MRR to successful startups, learn from these inspiring stories and discover what it takes to turn your dreams into reality. Grab a cup of coffee, relax, and get ready for an hour of captivating conversation.
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Latest episodes

May 19, 2023 • 1h 15min
#004 The discipline of daily progress with Maxime Dupré
In this episode of the Code & Conquer podcast, we dive into the world of indie hacking with Maxime Dupré, a Canadian software engineer. Maxime shares his journey, from the initial success of his first indie hacking business Birdy, to its unfortunate downfall due to the Twitter API changes. He gives a candid account of the challenges and victories he experienced while building Birdy and how he picked up the pieces to forge a path forward.
Maxime also opens up about the development of his new business venture, Splitzy. He discusses the decision-making process that led him to venture into A/B Testing and shares an assessment of Splitzy's current state and his feelings towards it.
In a conversation filled with key insights and lessons, Maxime offers his advice to budding indie hackers, reflecting on the ups and downs of his journey. Whether you're an established indie hacker or just starting out, this episode promises to be an enlightening exploration of the indie hacking landscape.
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Shownotes:
Maxime's Twitter Account: https://twitter.com/maximehugodupre
Maxime's product Splitzy: https://splitzy.io/
Maxime's product Birdy: https://birdy.so/
- In the episode we talked about a little icon/logo mixup with another company. Here's the link to that exchange: https://twitter.com/maximehugodupre/status/1657022550533087238
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May 12, 2023 • 1h 31min
#003 The importance of having fun with Benedicte Raae
Get ready to dive into the world of indie hacking with Benedicte Raae, a Norwegian software developer and creator of two amazing products, Prune Your Follows and Pow! In this episode, we chatted about the journey of building these products and the reasons why creating projects can be so much fun. 😎💻🚀
Benedicte shared her thoughts on the difference between a passionate hacker and an entrepreneur, and the power of having your own blog and your own little part of the internet. 🌐💪
If you're interested in learning more about the world of indie hacking, or just want some inspiration for your own projects, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in to discover the creative process behind building your own digital products, and get ready to feel motivated to start your own journey as an indie hacker. 🔥💡
Benedicte's Twitter: https://twitter.com/raae
Prune your follows: https://pruneyourfollows.com/
Pow: https://www.usepow.app/
Benedicte's website: https://queen.raae.codes/
You can find this podcast on https://www.codeandconquer.fm 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there.
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Apr 21, 2023 • 1h 11min
#002 Building a vision with Conner Pope
In this episode, we have a conversation with Conner Pope, the founder of DailyDeals, AdTrace, and Liftz. Conner talks about his journey from being an employee at Adobe and Zoom to becoming an indie hacker. We learn about how he started his indie hacker journey and why he decided to work on DailyDeals as his first project. He also shares how he came up with the idea for AdTrace.
Conner shares insights into how he determines whether a Saas project is successful or not, and when to stop working on a project. He also talks about his plans for creating a greater company around his projects and his decision to leave the Shopify space for something entirely new with Liftz.
We also discuss Conner's open approach to communication with the community, how he takes their feedback into account for his products, and the benefits of this approach. Finally, Conner gives advice to those starting their indie hacker careers and shares what excites him about his space and technology in general right now.
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Show notes:
Conner's Twitter: https://twitter.com/digitalconner
AdTrace.ai: https://www.adtrace.ai/
Liftzs.ai: https://www.liftz.ai/
GalacticApps: https://galacticapps.com/
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Mar 24, 2023 • 1h 13min
#001 Owning your work with Anton von Hunerbein
In this episode, we welcome Anton von Hunerbein, the mind behind Autory.ai, an innovative AI-driven automation tool. We explore Anton's journey, from the genesis of the idea to the challenges and achievements he's faced along the way. Gain insights into Anton's thoughts on automation, learn from his experiences of a failed launch, and understand his approach to extreme workloads.
Listen as we discuss the potential of AI, the future of technology, and what it means to "own shit" in the indie hacking world. Get inspired by Anton's advice for aspiring indie hackers and his vision for the future. Don't miss this exciting and informative conversation—tune in now! 🚀🎧💡
You can find Anton via Twitter: https://twitter.com/Core_Anton
You can find Anton's business via: https://autory.ai/
And you can find me, Tobias, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/icebearlabs
You can find this podcast on https://www.codeandconquer.fm 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there.
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Mar 24, 2023 • 3min
Trailer
In this inaugural episode of Code & Conquer, host Tobias Arweiler introduces himself and sets the stage for what's to come. Learn about Tobias' background, his ventures in the tech world, and his passion for indie hacking. Get a glimpse into the podcast's structure and objectives, as we aim to explore the fascinating journeys of indie hackers and learn from their experiences. Tune in for an engaging and informative start to this exciting podcast series. Don't miss the beginning of a thrilling journey—listen now! 🎙️🎉