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Discussion on: How do you come up with new side projects?

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Nočnica Mellifera Heroku

I know a lot of people (myself included) will see this as their pattern. I think I might write something just about this very idea! I think the point of side projects is that they don't ship, but I better start a new post before I write a 900+ word comment ;)

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Ben Halpern

I think this is the natural journey of side projects.

Taking some time to reflect around the patterns of failed side projects dating back all the way to college actually helped me map out what pitfalls to avoid when starting what became DEV.

The biggest pitfall was seeking early success. I actually gave myself a "ten year rule" when starting the project that I would not let it fall off for ten years, even if it slowed at times or whatever.

I think that's the kind of realization that can only happen if you've had a history of moving from one thing to another, which is a really healthy part of growth.