ISTIAK AHMAD

ISTIAK AHMAD

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Flowstate PM

5d ago

I've built a to-do app that I would want to use - could really use some feedback!

Hey everyone!

I've always wished I could be better with productivity, but the issue with most apps is that setting them up is just too time-consuming. I've always thought a productivity tool should be a time saver, not a time suck or a second job.

So I built the app (well, it's actually a website for now) that I would want to use. Putting the paid options aside they're mostly there because building them now saves me a headache later I could really use some feedback! It's free, and if you'd like to try the premium features, just email me and I'll enable them on your account so you can test the app to your heart's desire.

Thank you everyone!

CY

6d ago

Is “US-first” still the right default for AI products?

With today s tools, translation (UI, copy, even video) is no longer the hard part.

What slows us down instead are things like tax, legal compliance, hiring, support, payments sometimes even geopolitics. The moment users show up from a new country, a product problem turns into an operating one.

Advice for a first-time founder when a launch does not meet expectations

If your launch does not go as planned, do not judge it too quickly.
Avoid the instinct to immediately add more features or pivot the product.

Instead, pause and evaluate what already exists.
Check whether the core features are clearly communicated, fully polished, and genuinely solve the intended problem.
Often, the issue is not the idea, but the execution, positioning, or user experience.

Refine what you have. Improve clarity, usability, onboarding, and messaging.
Then relaunch with focus and confidence.

Many products fail not because they were wrong, but because they were unfinished, unclear, or rushed.

Dixon Lin

20d ago

Processing Fees and Settlement Delays Solution

Hi,

I m working on a payments product for international businesses that primarily sell to US customers. 

Aditya Raj

21d ago

I’m Aditya Raj, a frontend developer and SaaS builder

Hey everyone
I m Aditya Raj, a frontend developer and SaaS builder. I enjoy working with React, Next.js, and building clean, performance-focused products.

I m currently exploring ways to improve how teams collect and understand user feedback, which led me to build Retour. I joined this community to learn, share experiences, and connect with like-minded builders.

Looking forward to great discussions and learning from you all

Brian Baggs

21d ago

New QA Platform startup -- manual and automated QA testing capabilities

I have tried many of the QA platforms out there and one thing I noticed is that they are all way too overly complicated. They are also quite expensive. My platform's highest level subscription plan is less than half the cost of some basic plans for other QA platforms and I offer just as much. Ninjatest is a platform I've been working on for the past six months and have launched it recently. We offer advanced analytics for both automated and manual testing.

For automated testing, we support both JUnit and TestNG XML results files. You can upload your automated testing results and store them on our servers securely. We offer the ability to organize automated test runs, and have advanced reporting as well. You can generate a report for both automated and manual test runs and either save it to the server or download the PDF. We use AWS S3 pre-signed URLs for added security so links expire after a short time.

Anish TR

22d ago

Your Digital Presence, Perfected: Infinite Customization & Lightning-Fast Links

Frustrated with bio tools that lag, lock you in, or flag your IG? Details.id reimagines link-in-bio for creators craving control and results.

Game-Changers:

  Total Freedom: Drag-drop builder with CSS magic, custom domains craft pages that scream you.

  Ban-Proof Smarts: IG-compliant deeplinks, auto-search for endless links without clutter.

Nika

22d ago

What business advice would you give yourself for 2026?

I bet you learned and experienced a ton over the past 365 days. All those lessons are pure gold you can carry into the future, especially into 2026.

So, what s the single most valuable piece of business advice you would give your 2026 self right now?

ISTIAK AHMAD

6mo ago

SubSavely - Subscription reminder software

SubSavely streamlines subscription oversight—whether you're managing personal Netflix fees or company-wide SaaS services, it makes subscription fatigue a thing of the past.

One unexpected Feature of my new product is going Viral!

We've all tried to rush out the door only to stumble through the discovery that we can't find our wallet. Given the prolific use of AirTags it seems many of my customers at Mighty Wallet have had the same idea, give me a pocket to put my AirTag!

That's a Terrible Idea!

ISTIAK AHMAD

8mo ago

From Dream to Dashboard: Your SaaS Business Starts Here 🙈

Everyone talks about passive income and financial freedom...
But let s be real, most of those "easy" paths feel like full-time jobs with extra steps.
I kept thinking:
"Why isn t there a simple, plug-and-play workflow to actually make money without the chaos?"
Then I realized... if it doesn t exist, maybe I m the one who should build it.
So, I did.
I created StartStartups , a platform where for just $99, you can own a ready-to-launch SaaS product with full white-label rights.
Here s what you get:
Ready SaaS product
Full rebranding, custom domain, and super admin access
White-labeled customer support
Hosting and tech? Handled.
A built-in community to back each launch
Basically, you sell. We take care of the rest.
This isn t just another product drop it s a movement to help more people become entrepreneurs without spending months building something from scratch.
And yes, I followed my own 5 Elements of a Winning Idea before launching this. (DM me if you want the checklist )
If this resonates, join the waitlist.
Let s show the world what the power of a crowd can build.
startstartups.com

ISTIAK AHMAD

9mo ago

Ever used Codecanyon before?

Ever used Codecanyon before?

Yeah, same here.

You buy a script...

ISTIAK AHMAD

9mo ago

What’s really standing between you and your dream of becoming a SaaS entrepreneur?

What s really standing between you and your dream of becoming a SaaS entrepreneur?
Is it coding? Funding? A mountain of confusion?
Let s be real sometimes the biggest obstacle is just overthinking. Drop your worries (and your excuses) in the comments let s talk openly. Maybe the next big SaaS success story starts right here.

ISTIAK AHMAD

9mo ago

🚨 I’m officially giving up on my million dollar heist!

I m officially giving up on my million dollar heist... and starting a movement instead.

Yup, you read that right. No typo. No clickbait. Just clarity.

Let me explain

Has anyone here tried Deepseek yet? 🤔

From what I ve seen, it looks like a strong competitor in the AI space, but I d love to hear your thoughts. How does it compare to GPT, Claude, or Mistral? Any standout features or limitations?

Has anyone here tried Deepseek yet? 🤔

From what I ve seen, it looks like a strong competitor in the AI space, but I d love to hear your thoughts. How does it compare to GPT, Claude, or Mistral? Any standout features or limitations?
Shreyas Iyer

2yr ago

What's your go-to method for staying productive and motivated throughout the day?

Staying productive and motivated throughout the day can be a challenge (especially on a Monday)! I've heard of people using coffee, meditation, exercise, and everything in between to get through their day. So, what's your go-to method for staying productive and motivated throughout the day? Share your insights and thoughts!
Tornike Tsiramua

2yr ago

10 years shipping of Product Hunt, congrats!

Thanks for creating a wonderful community! Cheers
Novie Dizon

2yr ago

Hot Chocolate, Coffee or Tea? What's your go-to for an energy boost?

We're launching in a few hours, and I need all the energy I can get! https://www.producthunt.com/prod...