Thoughts on the Outbid hype cycle and indie builder success
ayushtweetshere · x · 2026-08-23
The author reflects on the viral success of Outbid, describing it as a fun trend that highlights the payoff of building in public. They praise Jonathan Wilke for his years of work on Supastarter and community building. While the hype cycle is short and copycats rarely succeed, the event offers a sense of participation and potential monetization. The author notes some unique ideas emerging among the many clones.
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