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New Going Indie Podcast Episode with @polpielladev.bsky.social ✨ Known for @helm-app.bsky.social (Native App Store Connect Client) and his iOS CI newsletter. Watch: https://youtu.be/-4Kfew95lww Listen: https://podcast.going-indie.com

youtu.beThe Power of Consistency: a Path to Indie Development - Pol PiellaIn this episode of the Going Indie Podcast, host Antoine chats with Pol Piella, an indie developer known for his apps like NowPlaying and Helm, and his iOS CI newsletter. They discuss Pol's transition to indie development, balancing multiple projects, and the dynamics of working with a partner. Pol shares insights on splitting revenue, handling App Store releases, and the importance of consistency. The conversation also delves into Pol's personal journey, including his move from the UK to Spain and how personal events influenced his decision to go indie. Pol emphasizes the importance of building a public profile, taking time off, and setting clear priorities. This episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration for aspiring indie developers. This episode is sponsored by https://www.revenuecat.com: Build and grow your subscription business Ready to turn your passion into independence? Follow Antoine's course, "From Side Project to Going Indie", at going-indie.com. By purchasing the course through the following link, 20% of the price will go directly to Pol Piella, supporting his indie journey: https://courses.avanderlee.com/p/from-side-project-to-going-indie?affcode=2082304_qvgl8xvo TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections 00:05 Welcome to the Going Indie Podcast 00:44 Meet Pol Piella: Journey to Indie Development 02:06 Balancing Projects and Moving Countries 03:08 Early Career and Learning Experiences 04:50 Challenges and Personal Growth 08:16 The Decision to Go Indie 12:27 Creating and Publishing Content 18:36 Developing the QR Code App 28:39 Sponsor: www.revenuecat.com 29:20 Managing Time and Preparing for Independence 37:52 Leveraging Full-Time Job Experience 38:32 Negotiating Work-Life Balance 39:43 Managing Side Projects and Full-Time Jobs 41:49 Transitioning to Indie Work 55:04 Collaborating with a Partner 01:03:16 Future Plans and AI Exploration 01:05:53 Advice for Aspiring Indie Developers 01:09:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ABOUT OUR GUEST X: https://x.com/polpielladev Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/polpielladev.bsky.social Website: https://www.polpiella.dev Newsletter: https://www.ioscinewsletter.com NowPlaying: https://nowplaying.page Helm: https://helm-app.com ABOUT OUR PODCAST Join Antoine van der Lee on Going Indie, the podcast that explores the journeys of independent creators and developers. Each month, Antoine chats with indie creators from around the world, uncovering the strategies, challenges, and habits that helped them turn side projects into thriving businesses. Whether you dream of going indie or want to refine your journey, this podcast delivers real-world insights and practical advice. Ready to take the leap? Follow Antoine’s course, From Side Project to Going Indie, at https://www.going-indie.com. Check out the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg4qABgFp_nR8uTWuI9EoUa2TFma4ifFv Don’t forget to subscribe! Check out my course if you're ready to start your indie journey: https://www.going-indie.com THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY SWIFTLEE https://www.avanderlee.com AND ROCKETSIM The "Essential Developer Tool for App Developers" as recommended by Apple: https://www.rocketsim.app GET IN TOUCH Contact us on youtube@avanderlee.com SPONSOR THE NEXT EPISODE You can find all the details here: https://podcast.going-indie.com/sponsor FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles! Twitter: https://twitter.com/twannl Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/avanderlee.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/41dH1bzaTZ2ZZsZ9g6UD2a

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