Going Indie with Antoine van der Lee
Exploring the Indie Journey: From Designer to Successful App Developer
In this episode of Going Indie Podcast, we sit down with Hidde van der Ploeg, an indie developer and designer. Hidde shares his journey from being a designer to teaching himself to code and building successful apps like Gola, NowPlaying, and Helm. He talks about starting with Objective-C, transitioning to Swift, and the challenges and triumphs along the way. Hidde also discusses the importance of design consistency, dealing with client projects, the role of inspiration, and why collaboration can be beneficial for indie developers. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for aspiring indie developers, designers, and anyone interested in the intersection of design and development.
This episode is sponsored by Adapty: Revenue management platform for mobile apps.
Ready to turn your passion into independence? Follow Antoine's course, "From Side Project to Going Indie", at going-indie.com.
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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 going-indie.com.
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