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Going Indie with Antoine van der Lee

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by Antoine van der Lee

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Welcome to Going Indie with Antoine van der Lee, the podcast that dives deep into the world of independent creators and developers. Join Antoine as he chats with indie creators from around the globe, sharing their stories, insights, and the challenges they’ve overcome. From turning side projects into successful businesses to breaking free from the 9-to-5 grind, each episode uncovers the habits, strategies, and tools that help these creators thrive on their own terms. Whether you’re dreaming of independence, looking to refine your indie career, or seeking inspiration to take the leap, this podcast delivers real-world advice and practical tips. Each month, Antoine welcomes a new guest to discuss their journey, offering you a valuable peek into the mindset of those who’ve successfully gone indie. Tune in to hear from experienced creators and discover how you can make the leap to independence, freedom, and business success. Ready to turn your passion into independence? Follow Antoine's course, "From Side Project to Going Indie", at <a href="www.going-indie.com" target="_blank">going-indie.com</a>.

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Episode thumbnail for Building a Business on Swift on the Server, Vapor & Open Source - Tim Condon

April 7, 2025

Building a Business on Swift on the Server, Vapor & Open Source - Tim Condon

<p>In this episode of the Going Indie Podcast, host Antoine chats with Tim Condon, an influential figure in the Swift on the Server community and founder of Broken Hands. They explore Tim's journey to becoming an independent developer, managing multiple projects like Vapor and organizing the Server Side Swift Conference. Tim shares valuable insights on hiring employees, creating a sustainable business, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The conversation also covers Tim's experience with speaking at conferences, building a personal brand, and navigating the initial challenges of going indie. This episode offers plenty of practical advice and inspiration for aspiring indie developers.</p><p>This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.swiftconcurrencycourse.com">www.swiftconcurrencycourse.com</a>: The Essential Swift Concurrency Course for a Seamless Swift 6 Migration.</p><p>Ready to turn your passion into independence? Follow Antoine's course, "From Side Project to Going Indie", at <a href="https://www.going-indie.com">going-indie.com</a>. By purchasing the course through <a href="https://courses.avanderlee.com/p/from-side-project-to-going-indie?affcode=2082304_z-mw7zhs">this link</a>, 20% of the price will go directly to Tim Condon, supporting his indie journey.</p><p>TIMESTAMPS<br></p><ul><li>(00:00) - Introduction: Overcoming Financial Fears </li> <li>(00:11) - Meet Tim Condon: Swift on the Server Pioneer </li> <li>(00:27) - Tim's Journey to Going Indie </li> <li>(00:37) - Balancing Projects and Personal Life </li> <li>(01:02) - Conferences and Branding </li> <li>(02:03) - Tim's Background and Experience </li> <li>(03:07) - Discovering Server-Side Swift </li> <li>(04:33) - Challenges and Opportunities in Tech </li> <li>(06:48) - Going Indie: The Transition Phase </li> <li>(08:56) - Impact of COVID-19 on Indie Work </li> <li>(09:47) - Building a Sustainable Business </li> <li>(11:18) - The Importance of Networking </li> <li>(13:46) - Consultancy and Passive Income </li> <li>(15:20) - Navigating Career Changes </li> <li>(20:25) - Cultural Differences in Entrepreneurship </li> <li>(22:34) - Sponsor: www.swiftconcurrencycourse.com </li> <li>(25:48) - The Role of Conferences and Open Source </li> <li>(28:33) - Public Speaking and Personal Growth </li> <li>(29:32) - Practicing Conference Talks </li> <li>(30:03) - Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking </li> <li>(30:16) - The Value of Personal Branding </li> <li>(30:55) - Positive Feedback and Self-Critique </li> <li>(31:26) - Engaging with Conference Attendees </li> <li>(34:07) - Creating Opportunities Through Speaking </li> <li>(35:36) - Navigating Networking as an Introvert </li> <li>(39:10) - Hiring Your First Employee </li> <li>(43:44) - Managing a Growing Team </li> <li>(55:31) - Balancing Work and Personal Life </li> <li>(59:06) - Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Indies</li> </ul><br>VIDEO<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whgEfhioTws" title="Click here to watch a video of this episode.">Click here to watch a video of this episode.</a><br> <br>ABOUT OUR GUEST<br>X: <a href="https://x.com/0xTim">x.com/0xTim</a><br>Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/0xtim.bsky.social">bsky.app/profile/0xtim.bsky.social</a><br>Website: <a href="https://www.timc.dev">timc.dev</a><br>Broken Hands: <a href="https://www.brokenhands.io">brokenhands.io</a><p>ABOUT OUR PODCAST<br>Join Antoine van der Lee on Going Indie, the podcast that explores the journeys of independent creators and developers. Each month, Antoine chats with indie creators from around the world, uncovering the strategies, challenges, and habits that helped them turn side projects into thriving businesses. Whether you dream of going indie or want to refine your journey, this podcast delivers real-world insights and practical advice. Ready to take the leap? Follow Antoine’s course, From Side Project to Going Indie, at https://www.going-indie.com.</p><p>Check out the full podcast here:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg4qABgFp_nR8uTWuI9EoUa2TFma4ifFv">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg4qABgFp_nR8uTWuI9EoUa2TFma4ifFv</a><br>Don’t forget to subscribe!</p><p>Check out my course if you're ready to start your indie journey:<br><a href="https://www.going-indie.com">https://www.going-indie.com</a></p><p>THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY SWIFTLEE<br><a href="https://www.avanderlee.com">https://www.avanderlee.com</a></p><p>AND ROCKETSIM<br>The "Essential Developer Tool for App Developers" as recommended by Apple:<br><a href="https://www.rocketsim.app">https://www.rocketsim.app</a></p><p>GET IN TOUCH<br>Contact us on <a href="mailto:youtube@avanderlee.com">youtube@avanderlee.com</a></p><p>SPONSOR THE NEXT EPISODE<br>You can find all the details here: <a href="https://podcast.going-indie.com/sponsor">https://podcast.going-indie.com/sponsor</a></p><p>FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL<br>Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles!<br>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/twannl">https://twitter.com/twannl</a><br>Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/avanderlee.com">https://bsky.app/profile/avanderlee.com</a><br>Spotify: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/avanderlee.com">https://open.spotify.com/show/41dH1bzaTZ2ZZsZ9g6UD2a</a></p>

Episode thumbnail for The Power of Consistency: a Path to Indie Development - Pol Piella

March 10, 2025

The Power of Consistency: a Path to Indie Development - Pol Piella

<p>The Power of Consistency: a Path to Indie Development - Pol Piella</p><p>In this episode of the Going Indie Podcast, host Antoine chats with Pol Piella, an indie developer known for his apps like NowPlaying and Helm, and his iOS CI newsletter. They discuss Pol's transition to indie development, balancing multiple projects, and the dynamics of working with a partner. Pol shares insights on splitting revenue, handling App Store releases, and the importance of consistency. The conversation also delves into Pol's personal journey, including his move from the UK to Spain and how personal events influenced his decision to go indie. Pol emphasizes the importance of building a public profile, taking time off, and setting clear priorities. This episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration for aspiring indie developers.</p><p>This episode is sponsored by https://www.revenuecat.com: Build and grow your subscription business</p><p>Ready to turn your passion into independence? Follow Antoine's course, "From Side Project to Going Indie", at going-indie.com. By purchasing the course through the following link, 20% of the price will go directly to Pol Piella, supporting his indie journey: https://courses.avanderlee.com/p/from-side-project-to-going-indie?affcode=2082304_qvgl8xvo</p><p>TIMESTAMPS<br></p><ul><li>(00:00) - Introduction and Personal Reflections </li> <li>(00:05) - Welcome to the Going Indie Podcast </li> <li>(00:44) - Meet Pol Piella: Journey to Indie Development </li> <li>(02:06) - Balancing Projects and Moving Countries </li> <li>(03:08) - Early Career and Learning Experiences </li> <li>(04:50) - Challenges and Personal Growth </li> <li>(08:16) - The Decision to Go Indie </li> <li>(12:27) - Creating and Publishing Content </li> <li>(18:36) - Developing the QR Code App </li> <li>(28:39) - Sponsor: www.revenuecat.com </li> <li>(29:20) - Managing Time and Preparing for Independence </li> <li>(37:52) - Leveraging Full-Time Job Experience </li> <li>(38:32) - Negotiating Work-Life Balance </li> <li>(39:43) - Managing Side Projects and Full-Time Jobs </li> <li>(41:49) - Transitioning to Indie Work </li> <li>(55:04) - Collaborating with a Partner </li> <li>(01:03:16) - Future Plans and AI Exploration </li> <li>(01:05:53) - Advice for Aspiring Indie Developers </li> <li>(01:09:15) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts</li> </ul><br>ABOUT OUR GUEST<br>X: https://x.com/polpielladev<br>Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/polpielladev.bsky.social<br>Website: https://www.polpiella.dev<br>Newsletter: https://www.ioscinewsletter.com<br>NowPlaying: https://nowplaying.page<br>Helm: https://helm-app.com<p>ABOUT OUR PODCAST<br>Join Antoine van der Lee on Going Indie, the podcast that explores the journeys of independent creators and developers. Each month, Antoine chats with indie creators from around the world, uncovering the strategies, challenges, and habits that helped them turn side projects into thriving businesses. Whether you dream of going indie or want to refine your journey, this podcast delivers real-world insights and practical advice. Ready to take the leap? Follow Antoine’s course, From Side Project to Going Indie, at https://www.going-indie.com.</p><p>Check out the full podcast here:<br>https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg4qABgFp_nR8uTWuI9EoUa2TFma4ifFv<br>Don’t forget to subscribe!</p><p>Check out my course if you're ready to start your indie journey:<br>https://www.going-indie.com</p><p>THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY SWIFTLEE<br>https://www.avanderlee.com</p><p>AND ROCKETSIM<br>The "Essential Developer Tool for App Developers" as recommended by Apple:<br>https://www.rocketsim.app</p><p>GET IN TOUCH<br>Contact us on youtube@avanderlee.com</p><p>SPONSOR THE NEXT EPISODE<br>You can find all the details here: https://podcast.going-indie.com/sponsor</p><p>FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL<br>Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles!<br>Twitter: https://twitter.com/twannl<br>Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/avanderlee.com<br>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/41dH1bzaTZ2ZZsZ9g6UD2a</p>

Episode thumbnail for How Blackbox Won an Apple Design Award, twice! – Ryan McLeod

February 3, 2025

How Blackbox Won an Apple Design Award, twice! – Ryan McLeod

<p>From Apple Design Award to Indie Success: Ryan McLeod’s Journey</p><p>In this episode of the Going Indie Podcast, host Antoine chats with Ryan McLeod, the indie developer behind the award-winning game Blackbox. Ryan, a two-time Apple Design Award winner, shares his journey from indie beginnings to expanding Blackbox for Apple Vision Pro. They discuss the challenges of balancing development with marketing, the impact of Apple’s recognition, and the creative process behind his unique puzzle game. Ryan also reflects on working solo versus building a team, the long-term mindset needed for indie success, and the power of community among indie developers. Don’t miss this insightful conversation packed with lessons and inspiration!</p><p>This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.rocketsim.app?utm_source=going-indie&amp;utm_medium=transistor&amp;utm_campaign=s1e4_ryan_mcleod">RocketSim: Build Apps Faster using 30+ features for Xcode's Simulator</a></p><p>Ready to turn your passion into independence? Follow Antoine's course, "From Side Project to Going Indie", at <a href="https://www.going-indie.com">going-indie.com</a>. By purchasing the course through <a href="https://courses.avanderlee.com/?affcode=2082304_cz7tmr0u">this link</a>, 20% of the price will go directly to Ryan McLeod, supporting his indie journey.</p><p>TIMESTAMPS<br></p><ul><li>(00:00) - Winning the Apple Design Award </li> <li>(00:11) - Introducing Ryan McLeod and Blackbox </li> <li>(01:20) - Ryan's Journey to Indie Development </li> <li>(02:16) - The Birth of Blackbox </li> <li>(03:10) - Challenges and Creativity in Game Development </li> <li>(06:14) - Monetization Strategies and Early Struggles </li> <li>(06:50) - The Launch and Initial Reception </li> <li>(09:18) - Adjusting Monetization and User Feedback </li> <li>(11:15) - The Reality of Indie Success </li> <li>(12:07) - Marketing and User Engagement </li> <li>(13:14) - Balancing Ethics and Business </li> <li>(17:54) - Sponsored by www.rocketsim.app </li> <li>(18:46) - The Importance of Analytics </li> <li>(33:50) - Maintaining and Updating Blackbox </li> <li>(37:06) - Navigating Keynote Reactions and Device Updates </li> <li>(37:38) - Balancing Perfection and Practicality in Development </li> <li>(38:14) - From Side Project to Going Indie with www.going-indie.com </li> <li>(38:37) - Strategies for Efficient Project Setup </li> <li>(41:03) - The Importance of Apple Features and Support </li> <li>(46:41) - Building Credibility and Maintaining Relationships </li> <li>(53:15) - Winning the Apple Design Award </li> <li>(56:13) - Venturing into Apple Vision Pro </li> <li>(01:01:42) - The Challenges and Rewards of Indie Development </li> <li>(01:10:41) - The Importance of Community and Support Networks </li> <li>(01:13:31) - Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Indie Developers</li> </ul><br>VIDEO<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGcmr591rVI" title="Click here to watch a video of this episode.">Click here to watch a video of this episode.</a><br> <br>ABOUT OUR GUEST<br>X: <a href="https://x.com/warpling">x.com/warpling</a><br>Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/warpling.bsky.social">bsky.app/profile/warpling.bsky.social</a><br>Blackbox: <a href="https://www.blackboxpuzzles.com">blackboxpuzzles.com</a><p>ABOUT OUR PODCAST<br>Join Antoine van der Lee on Going Indie, the podcast that explores the journeys of independent creators and developers. Each month, Antoine chats with indie creators from around the world, uncovering the strategies, challenges, and habits that helped them turn side projects into thriving businesses. Whether you dream of going indie or want to refine your journey, this podcast delivers real-world insights and practical advice. Ready to take the leap? Follow Antoine’s course, From Side Project to Going Indie, at <a href="https://www.going-indie.com/">going-indie.com</a>.</p><p>Check out the full podcast here:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg4qABgFp_nR8uTWuI9EoUa2TFma4ifFv">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg4qABgFp_nR8uTWuI9EoUa2TFma4ifFv</a><br>Don’t forget to subscribe!</p><p>Check out my course if you're ready to start your indie journey:<br><a href="https://www.going-indie.com/">https://www.going-indie.com</a></p><p>THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY SWIFTLEE<br><a href="https://www.avanderlee.com/">https://www.avanderlee.com</a></p><p>AND ROCKETSIM<br>The "Essential Developer Tool for App Developers" as recommended by Apple:<br><a href="https://www.rocketsim.app/">https://www.rocketsim.app</a></p><p>GET IN TOUCH<br>Contact us at <a href="mailto:youtube@avanderlee.com">youtube@avanderlee.com</a></p><p>SPONSOR THE NEXT EPISODE<br>You can find all the details here: <a href="https://podcast.going-indie.com/sponsor">https://podcast.going-indie.com/sponsor</a></p><p>FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL<br>Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles!<br>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/twannl">twitter.com/twannl</a><br>Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/avanderlee.com">bsky.app/profile/avanderlee.com</a><br>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/41dH1bzaTZ2ZZsZ9g6UD2a">open.spotify.com/show/41dH1bzaTZ2ZZsZ9g6UD2a</a></p>

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What is Going Indie with Antoine van der Lee?

Welcome to Going Indie with Antoine van der Lee, the podcast that dives deep into the world of independent creators and developers. Join Antoine as he chats with indie creators from around the globe, sharing their stories, insights, and the challenges they’ve overcome. From turning side projects into successful businesses to breaking free from the 9-to-5 grind, each episode uncovers the habits, strategies, and tools that help these creators thrive on their own terms.

Whether you’re dreaming of independence, looking to refine your indie career, or seeking inspiration to take the leap, this podcast delivers real-world advice and practical tips. Each month, Antoine welcomes a new guest to discuss their journey, offering you a valuable peek into the mindset of those who’ve successfully gone indie.

Tune in to hear from experienced creators and discover how you can make the leap to independence, freedom, and business success.

Ready to turn your passion into independence? Follow Antoine's course, "From Side Project to Going Indie", at <a href="www.going-indie.com" target="_blank">going-indie.com</a>.

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This podcast updates bi-weekly.

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