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Hook
I work 9-5 for someone else's business...
@thecozydev
1.3K followers · usually 302 views a post
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81
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Promoted product
Cozy Pomthecozydev.co.uk
A warm, minimal developer portfolio for thoughtful web products.
Why it worked
The video resonates with viewers by showcasing the relatable struggle of balancing a day job with a passion project, offering a glimpse into the dedication and effort required to build an app from scratch.
Summary
The creator shares a glimpse into their life as a solo indie app developer, balancing a 9-5 job with evenings spent building their own app, "Cozy Pom." The video highlights the process of coding, fixing bugs, and designing, with the ultimate goal of making it their full-time career.
Structure
- 1Working a 9-5 job
- 2Building own business in evenings
- 3Taking a break with dog and dinner
- 4Coding and fixing bugs
Original caption
By day, I’m just another 9–5 worker—but at night, I chase a dream most people never see. After work, I grab a coffee, spend time with Biscuit, then get back to building. There isn’t a team behind TheCozyDev. It’s just me—learning, fixing bugs, redesigning screens, and trying to create apps that make someone’s day a little calmer. Cozy Pom started as an after-hours idea, and now it’s on the App Store. Seeing people download it and leave kind reviews still doesn’t feel real. If you’re working toward a dream in your spare time, keep going. Progress may be slow, but every step counts. Thanks for following the journey. 💜 #TheCozyDev #SoloDeveloper #IndieDev #BuildInPublic #AppDeveloper
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