Diary of an indie app developer Adam Lyttle

Adam discovers he's been asleep on his AI wrapper apps this whole time and puts together a plan. The Apple WWDC 2024 just finished and many developers are starting to realize their apps are… well… doomed.

In this video, Adam reacts to the shocking news from Apple's WWDC 2024 that iOS 18 will have full integration with ChatGPT, effectively rendering many AI wrapper apps obsolete. As an indie app developer, Adam shares his personal experience of creating three AI scanner apps— a fish identifier, an insect identifier, and a vegan ingredient scanner— all of which now face a bleak future. He discusses the implications for developers, the challenges of monetizing in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, and his strategy moving forward to adapt to these changes.

Apps by Adam Lyttle is the personal journey of an indie app developer navigating the highs and lows of the app development world.

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

Today I dive deep into my recent encounter with another copycat app developer, affectionately dubbed “Copycat Carl.” I share my thoughts on how these copycats operate, the impact they have on my revenue, and the emotional rollercoaster I go through every time I see one of my apps cloned.



I also discuss the balance between finding inspiration and outright copying, reflecting on my own experiences both as a victim of copying and as someone who has made mistakes in this area. Through this journey, I’ve learned valuable lessons about maintaining integrity, innovating, and building a brand that stands out.




Apps by Adam Lyttle is the personal journey of an indie app developer



Follow my 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

Adam reflects on what he has learned while making YouTube videos for a month. What it takes to make a good video, to be consistent and shares helpful tips for indie app developers looking to setup their own YouTube channel…

Apps by Adam Lyttle is the personal journey of an indie app developer


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

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

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!


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My apps featured in this episode:

Card Value Scanner for Pokemon
https://apps.apple.com/app/id6468806603


Subscriber Count for YouTube +
https://apps.apple.com/app/id1568926960


Intermittent Fasting+ Tracker
https://apps.apple.com/app/id1580862554


Pushups Counter
https://apps.apple.com/app/id1528884993


Follow my 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


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

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 — Intro
0:47 — Step Away
1:55 — Good Enough is Good Enough
5:00 — Laser Focus
6:06 — Maximize Ouput
9:44 — Back Yourself :)