A running list of people, tools, and products that influence how I build as an indie hacker.
I optimize for fast MVPs, clear positioning, analytics-led iteration, and distribution from day one.
James
Product taste and storytelling for simple, internet-first products.
Klack
A benchmark for polished UX with clear product communication.
Oğuz
High visual quality that pushes my shipping bar higher.
Interface Craft
Motion and interaction references I reuse in product UI.
Shadcn UI
My default UI stack for building MVP interfaces fast.
Tailwind Plus
Production-ready patterns that reduce front-end iteration time.
Posthog
My analytics backbone for activation, retention, and experiments.
Derek Briggs
Brand and interface craft that feels opinionated and premium.
Fireship
Fast technical context that keeps execution speed high.
Rauno
Design-engineering detail that inspires cleaner product experiences.
Naval
Leverage-first thinking for product, distribution, and career bets.
Autosend
Great example of sharp positioning and conversion-focused landing design.