Ask HN: Side project of more than $2k monthly revenue? what's your project?

Article summary

The article asks for side projects that generate more than $2,000 in monthly revenue, with the author seeking inspiration for their own project. A commenter shares their experience with Buttondown, a email newsletter platform that took two and a half years to reach $2,000 in monthly recurring revenue. Another commenter shares their project, a note-taking app called Notes, which earns around $2,000 per month from ads and is planning to add a subscription model. The discussion revolves around the time and effort required to build a successful side project.

Main themes

• side projects
• revenue generation
• time and effort
• open-source software
• product development
• user preferences
• programming frameworks
• community building

What commenters say

• Building a successful side project takes time and effort, often requiring several years to gain traction.
• Some projects can achieve significant revenue through advertising, but may need to diversify their income streams.
• Open-source projects can be successful and generate revenue, but may face challenges in terms of documentation and community support.
• The perception of time and productivity changes as people get older, with some finding that time seems to pass more quickly.
• Having a clear and focused product can be more important than trying to build a bloated product with many features.
• Some users prioritize native apps and open-source software over other options, and are willing to pay for these features.
• The choice of programming framework and language can significantly impact the development experience and performance of a project.
• Allowing users to compile and modify open-source software can be a key factor in building a loyal community and generating revenue.