Ritik Ranjan

Excited to see Kilo Code expanding to JetBrains! 🚀 A couple of questions I’d love to hear about: 1️⃣ How do you tailor your launch messaging for developer-first audiences versus general users? 2️⃣ Any tips on getting early traction and engagement from developers on Product Hunt without relying solely on downloads? 3️⃣ How do you balance showcasing features with keeping the launch post clear and...

This is such a great breakdown, Guy! What really stands out is how deep domain expertise, a clear understanding of the market, and a proven track record can make investors trust you even before an MVP exists. I’ve seen similar patterns with early-stage founders: it’s not just the deck, it’s the story of why you are the person to build this product. When experience, passion, and network align,...

@ryan_ahn1 Hey Ryan! 👋 First off, I love your energy and ambition, it’s exactly the mindset that turns ideas into real products. A few tips from someone who’s seen early-stage journeys: 1️⃣ Start small, ship fast – Don’t wait to build the perfect product. Even a simple MVP that solves a tiny problem can teach you more than months of learning alone. 2️⃣ Learn by doing – You don’t need to master...

Welcome to Product Hunt! 🎉 Exciting times ahead with your first launch 🚀 A few tips from experience: 1️⃣ Engage early – reply to comments quickly and authentically; it makes a huge difference. 2️⃣ Show your story – why you built it, the problem it solves, and your journey. People connect with founders, not just products. 3️⃣ Leverage your network – share your launch with friends, communities, and...

I think a full sell-off is unlikely, China will resist losing control over something as strategic as TikTok. A partial stake sale (like Oracle/Silver Lake) seems more realistic, since it gives the U.S. some data oversight without ByteDance fully letting go.

It’s a fascinating moment for sure. While the sums are eye-popping, I think it’s less about a bubble and more about front-loading the infrastructure for AI’s next phase. The winners will likely be those who can turn compute power into real, repeatable value for users, applications, enterprise integrations, and efficiency gains. Those chasing hype without a sustainable product or use case might...

Yes, this happens a lot! One approach I’ve found useful is image inpainting/editing tools (like DALL·E’s “Edit” feature or Photoshop’s generative fill). Instead of regenerating the whole image, you can select the specific area that needs fixing and give instructions only for that part. This preserves the rest of the image while addressing the imperfection. Also, sometimes breaking the prompt...

Great breakdown, Kseniia . I think the line depends on risk tolerance and accountability. Automating routine, low-risk tasks (like deadline tracking or basic searches) makes total sense. But when it comes to interpretation, strategy, or anything that could have serious legal or financial consequences, I’d want a human in the loop. Maybe the future isn’t about “AI vs. lawyer” but “AI + lawyer,”...

Interesting observation! I think downvotes can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, they help highlight low-quality or off-topic comments, keeping discussions cleaner. On the other, they can sometimes discourage people from sharing honest opinions if they fear backlash. From a UX perspective, I’d suggest making the downvote slightly less prominent than upvote to reduce accidental clicks (like...

Great insights, Nika! I’d add one more thing that’s worked really well: build a genuine relationship before pitching. Follow their work, engage thoughtfully with their content, and understand their audience. When you reach out, it doesn’t feel like a cold message, it feels like a collaboration that benefits both sides. That foundation often makes influencers more open and invested in promoting...

Thanks for sharing such a detailed journey, it’s motivating to see how small adjustments in workflow and mindset can make such a huge difference. Keep rolling that momentum!

Wow, congratulations! 🎉 Hitting 10,000 users in just 3 months is phenomenal. Love how you turned a weekend hack into something people genuinely love. Curious, what was the biggest surprise or learning from those first 10k users that you didn’t expect when you launched on Product Hunt?

Hi Kseniia! Excited to have you here. As a CMO with startup experience, what’s one marketing strategy you wish you’d implemented earlier that could have saved a lot of time or resources?

Really interesting move by YC! It feels like a middle ground between “drop out now” and “wait until you graduate.” You’re right, priorities do shift during studies, and having two environments (school + startup prep) can be tricky. But maybe that’s also the strength of the model, students get to validate their ideas without the huge risk of dropping out. As for Europe (or beyond), I think local...

Huge congratulations on the launch🎉 Love seeing products that blend technology with something so meaningful. Excited to see how Manna 2.0 helps people engage with the Bible in a new way. Wishing the team continued success ahead!

Really interesting approach! Love how you’re combining your experience with AI-assisted development to tackle real pain points. Excited to see how it evolves!

I really like that you’re focusing on speed + real usability, not just a pretty landing page generator. The biggest pain point I’ve seen for small founders is actually having editable copy/images that don’t feel generic, so the fact that Instantsite adapts content to the business is a big win. For the demo, I’d love to see: A raw → final transformation (from idea input to fully live site). How...

That’s a really important concern, Nika. I think responsibility has to be shared across multiple layers: Companies building the models → They must set guardrails, ensure transparency, and take accountability when things go wrong. Regulators and policymakers → To create frameworks that protect users while still encouraging innovation. End-users and organizations adopting AI → They need to use it...

Awesome read. The bit about "sometimes you get world-changing features. And sometimes you get wireless charging" had me laughing. What's your personal favorite or most memorable iPhone from this list, and why? I'm curious to hear which one you think had the biggest impact beyond the specs.