Solo Development: Learning To Let Go Of Perfection

The best and worst thing about solo development is the “solo” part. There’s a lot of freedom in working alone, and that freedom can be inspiring, but it can also become a debilitating hindrance to productivity and progress. Victor Ayomipo shares his personal lessons on what it takes to navigate solo development and build the “right” app. https://smashingmagazine.com/2025/01/solo-development-learning-to-let-go-of-perfection/

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