Diary of an indie app developer

About Diary of an indie app developer

Hosted by Adam Lyttle

Publisher

Adam Lyttle

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 May 2024

Latest episode

6 May 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 May 2026

   I'm selfish?

   Host [Host Name] explores the personal realization of selfishness and its connection to the pursuit of excellence in this introspective episode.

2. 

   29 Apr 2026

   You're telling me marketing is about people?

   Host Alex Cornell interviews marketing expert Jane Doe about how understanding emotional connections drives successful app marketing.

3. 

   22 Apr 2026

   What's next?

   Host [Host Name] interviews [Guest Name], an industry expert, to explore the personal and professional costs of achieving success in the indie app development world.

4. 

   23 Jul 2024

   I tried building 10 SwiftUI mobile apps in 30 days with AI (this is what happened)

   Adam Lyttle shares his experience building 10 SwiftUI apps in 30 days using AI, revealing insights into AI's capabilities and app store optimization.

5. 

   25 Jun 2024

   Protect Your Mobile App from Hackers: Lessons from an ethical hacker

   Adam Lyttle, an indie app developer, interviews ethical hacker Adam about safeguarding mobile apps from cyber threats and understanding hacker tactics.

6. 

   18 Jun 2024

   The App Store Optimization SECRET nobody talks about (to get thousands of mobile app downloads)

   Adam Lyttle, an indie app developer, shares a hidden App Store Optimization secret to dramatically increase mobile app downloads and revenue.

7. 

   15 Jun 2024

   I increased mobile app subscriptions 230% with one simple change to my indie app

   Adam Lyttle shares how he boosted mobile app subscriptions 230% by refining his paywall and onboarding process in this interview.

8. 

   11 Jun 2024

   WWDC 2024 Reaction: Did iOS18 just destroy my AI wrapper apps?

   Indie app developer Adam Lyttle reacts to WWDC 2024's iOS 18 changes, revealing how ChatGPT integration impacts his AI wrapper apps and outlining his adaptation strategy.

9. 

   6 Jun 2024

   App Clone Wars: Another one of my apps gets copied

   Indie app developer Adam Lyttle shares his experience with app copycats, detailing their tactics and the emotional toll, offering insights on innovation and brand integrity.

10. 

    4 Jun 2024

    My first month as a podcaster (an introspective)

    Adam Lyttle, an indie app developer, shares introspective lessons learned from his first month of podcasting, offering valuable insights for aspiring creators.

11. 

    31 May 2024

    Overcoming my imposter syndrome

    Adam shares his personal experiences and strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome while building indie apps. He discusses the struggle with work-life balance, the impact of self-doubt, and the importance of authenticity, community, and connection in navigating the pressures of content creation and audience expectations. Follow the journey: Website: https://adamlyttleapps.com Twitter: https://x.com/adamlyttleapps Instagram: https://instagram.com/adamlyttleapps TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@adamlyttleapps Substack: https://adamlyttleapps.substack.com

12. 

    31 May 2024

    Growth hacks for indie app developers

    Adam Lyttle shares his secrets for indie app growth hacks without spending a dime! After developing an app every month for the past four years, Adam has discovered the most effective free marketing strategies that took his app from 1,000 downloads a month to an incredible 30,000 downloads a month. In this video, you’ll learn: - Growth hacks that don't cost any money - Free ways to grow your indie app downloads - Creative content ideas to engage your audience on TikTok - Utilizing Product Hunt and Reddit to gain visibility and traction - The power of building in public - How to master App Store Optimization (ASO) - How shareable moments create viral growth - Leveraging Quora to drive traffic and downloads - Getting featured on the App Store Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting out, these insider tips will help you boost your app’s success and reach a wider audience. Don’t miss out on this valuable advice from an experienced indie developer! Make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! My apps featured in this episode: Card Value Scanner for Pokemon https://apps.apple.com/app/id6468806603 (https://apps.apple.com/app/id6468806603) Subscriber Count for YouTube + https://apps.apple.com/app/id1568926960 (https://apps.apple.com/app/id1568926960) Intermittent Fasting+ Tracker https://apps.apple.com/app/id1580862554 (https://apps.apple.com/app/id1580862554) Pushups Counter https://apps.apple.com/app/id1528884993 (https://apps.apple.com/app/id1528884993) Follow my journey: Website: https://adamlyttleapps.com (https://adamlyttleapps.com) Twitter: https://x.com/adamlyttleapps (https://x.com/adamlyttleapps) Instagram: https://instagram.com/adamlyttleapps (https://instagram.com/adamlyttleapps) TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@adamlyttleapps (https://tiktok.com/@adamlyttleapps) Substack: https://adamlyttleapps.substack.com (https://adamlyttleapps.substack.com) Key moments: 00:00 — Intro 01:13 — Creating Creative Content 02:56 — Utilizing Reddit 05:34 — Product Hunt 07:23 — App Store Optimisation 09:08 — Building in Public 10:22 — Shareable Moments 14:05 — Gaming Quota For Links 16:27 — Getting Featured on the App Store 17:24 — Outro

13. 

    23 May 2024

    Balancing life, work and indie app development

    Adam shares his top 5 tips for building indie apps with 5 kids and a busy household. To help you build better apps and keep you focused in the process. Lets go 💪 Diary of an Indie App developer follows the personal journey of Adam Lyttle as he grows his indie consumer apps Follow my journey: Website: adamlyttleapps.com Twitter: x.com/adamlyttleapps Instagram: instagram.com/adamlyttleapps TikTok: tiktok.com/@adamlyttleapps Substack: adamlyttleapps.substack.com Key parts: 0:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLjS81pvHk&list=PLuumy--3ITva0IFcOd8Sp-7iCwjMhQxci&index=1&t=0s) — Intro 0:47 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLjS81pvHk&list=PLuumy--3ITva0IFcOd8Sp-7iCwjMhQxci&index=1&t=47s) — Step Away 1:55 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLjS81pvHk&list=PLuumy--3ITva0IFcOd8Sp-7iCwjMhQxci&index=1&t=115s) — Good Enough is Good Enough 5:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLjS81pvHk&list=PLuumy--3ITva0IFcOd8Sp-7iCwjMhQxci&index=1&t=300s) — Laser Focus 6:06 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLjS81pvHk&list=PLuumy--3ITva0IFcOd8Sp-7iCwjMhQxci&index=1&t=366s) — Maximize Ouput 9:44 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLjS81pvHk&list=PLuumy--3ITva0IFcOd8Sp-7iCwjMhQxci&index=1&t=584s) — Back Yourself :)

14. 

    17 May 2024

    Lets talk about poop tracking apps

    Adam discusses the issues with his poop tracking app and the time his medical app was rejected for causing physical harm Apps by Adam Lyttle is the personal journey of an independent app builder Follow the journey: Website: adamlyttleapps.com (https://adamlyttleapps.com) Twitter: x.com/adamlyttleapps (https://x.com/adamlyttleapps) Instagram: instagram.com/adamlyttleapps (https://instagram.com/adamlyttleapps) TikTok: tiktok.com/@adamlyttleapps (https://tiktok.com/@adamlyttleapps) Substack: adamlyttleapps.substack.com (https://adamlyttleapps.substack.com) Notable parts: 0:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=0s) — Intro 1:08 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=68s) — Finding motivation 6:14 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=374s) — Building medical apps 6:42 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=402s) — App: Poop Tracker Deluxe 10:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=600s) — Rejected for objectionable content 12:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=750s) — Solution for objectionable content 13:32 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=812s) — App: OB Wheel for Pregnancy 15:18 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=918s) — My business model 15:55 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=955s) — Monetizing my app 16:31 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=991s) — OpenAI chatbot integration 17:18 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=1038s) — Rejected for causing Physical Harm 18:14 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=1094s) — Safety checks and balances 19:25 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=1165s) — App validation process 19:57 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWW5MpuWIx0&t=1197s) — Outro

15. 

    15 May 2024

    I bought a copycat app

    Adam revisits that time he accidentally bought a copycat app and learns a valuable lesson in the process Apps by Adam Lyttle is the personal journey of an independent app builder Follow the journey: Website: adamlyttleapps.com Twitter: x.com/adamlyttleapps Instagram: instagram.com/adamlyttleapps TikTok: tiktok.com/@adamlyttleapps Substack: adamlyttleapps.substack.com Notable parts: 0:00 — Intro 2:07 – How I acquired the app 3:44 — Identifying the app I want to buy 5:14 — Due diligence process 8:14 — Taking ownership of the app 8:44 — Discovering issues with the app 10:00 – Rebuilding the app 11:11 — Assessing the business model 12:10 — Discovered it was a copycat app 13:29 — App Store Optimisation (ASO) 15:38 — Deciding on the business model 16:44 — Personal reflection 17:21 — Revisiting the app after 6 months 18:22 — Secrets to coming up with app ideas 21:40 — Plans for the future 25:08 — Current download stats

16. 

    14 May 2024

    The RIZZ Problem

    Adam struggles with maintaining a coding schedule with a newborn in the house and discovers potential trademark issues with the new app Apps by Adam Lyttle is the personal journey of an independent app builder building in public Follow my journey: Website: adamlyttleapps.com (https://adamlyttleapps.com) Twitter: x.com/adamlyttleapps (https://x.com/adamlyttleapps) Instagram: instagram.com/adamlyttleapps (https://instagram.com/adamlyttleapps) TikTok: tiktok.com/adamlyttleapps (https://tiktok.com/adamlyttleapps) Timestamps: 0:00 — Intro 2:30 — App launch stratergy 8:00 — Scaling from $0 - $100 10:01 — On indie hacking 10:30 — Connection and loneliness 19:22 — Getting distracted while building 21:14 — Naming a product 22:02 — On building in public again 23:12 — Trademark issues 27:30 — Release cycles 28:03 — ChatGPT building bad code 29:11 — Recording cut out :(

17. 

    9 May 2024

    Hello, World!

    I promise this episode won't be put on private like all the other "first" episodes on this channel. I'm Adam Lyttle – an independent app developer running a 6 figure app creation business My app journey started in 2020 when I started releasing a free app every month. With no intention of making a business out of it. Fast forward to 2024 and I now live off the proceeds

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