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Built an interactive system design tool every architecture is clickable and you can simulate failures
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Built an interactive system design tool every architecture is clickable and you can simulate failures

Reqflow : pick an architecture (WhatsApp,
Uber, Netflix…), hit play, watch a request flow through it step by step. Click any component for purpose + tradeoffs. Kill the cache and watch the path change.

15 systems, 18 concept guides, a drag-and-drop Builder with AI review, and a timed Interview mode.

Feedback welcome — especially what's missing from the 15.

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u/YouSilent6025 — 14 hours ago
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How do you get quick, reliable legal advice online? It feels impossible

How do you actually get quick, reliable legal advice online? I’ve been trying to figure this out and it feels way harder than it should be.
Also, real talk - how easy is it to actually reach a good advocate when you need one urgently? I’m thinking of working on something in this space, so I’d really appreciate honest takes. What problems have you run into trying to get legal help online?

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u/Infinite-Basis-2801 — 17 hours ago
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First-time founder here — should I build first or register the startup first?

I have a startup idea that I’ve been seriously working on for some time now. I’ve already completed market research, competitor analysis, and initial validation, and the feedback has been positive so far.

Now I’m confused about what the actual next step should be.

  1. Should I directly start building an MVP first?
  2. If yes, what do people usually do about the startup name at this stage? Can I just use a temporary/random name for the MVP, or should I properly register the brand/company first?
  3. At what stage should I register the company?
  4. I’m also looking into grants and incubation opportunities, but many of them ask for DPIIT registration, company details, incorporation documents, etc.

So now I’m stuck between:

  1. Building the product and validating with customers first
  2. Registering the company/brand first

For founders who have already gone through this process in India, what did your sequence look like after validation? What would you recommend doing next?

Would really appreciate practical advice from people who’ve built startups from scratch.

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u/Designer_Donkey9751 — 1 day ago
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Interesting idea?

I’ve been researching a startup idea and wanted brutally honest feedback.

Right now, offline shopping is basically guesswork.

You go to a market/store hoping they’ll have what you want:

- right size

- right color

- right style

- right stock

Sometimes you visit 4–5 stores before finding it.

And even though stores are “online” through Instagram/WhatsApp, there’s still no way to actually search what nearby stores have in stock before going.

So the idea is:

A platform where you can see live inventory from nearby offline stores before visiting.

NOT delivery like Blinkit/Zepto.

The goal is:

- reducing uncertainty

- avoiding wasted trips

- making offline shopping searchable

Example:

Instead of visiting multiple footwear stores blindly, you check which nearby store actually has the sneaker/size/style you want.

What do you guys think?

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u/Spongytrxx — 2 days ago
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I replaced my morning news/doom scroll with a 4-minute audio briefing I actually control. Reduces noise and gives me back my time.

I've never found a good way to keep up with the news, especially the things I truly care about.

  1. Audio briefings (FT, NYT, the rest) are generic. They're made for everyone, so most of it isn't for me, I stop paying attention, and I miss the parts I actually cared about.
  2. News apps aren't much better: not tailored, and someone else decides which headlines get pushed at me.
  3. So like a lot of people I drift to social media instead, and get pulled into an algorithm that's optimising for anything except keeping me informed. All three end the same way: overstimulated, doomscrolling, and somehow still not on top of what matters to me.

So I built Acta to fix my own frustration. You pick your exact topics, nothing else gets in. It turns them into a short audio briefing at a set time each day. Listen to it or read it like articles, whichever suits the morning. Sources on everything, and you can ask follow-up questions on anything.

Not sure yet if other people want this much control over their news, so I'm curious:

  • What works and what frustrates you about how you keep up right now?
  • Do you actually feel on top of the things you care about, or not really?
  • Would a daily 3 to 5 minute briefing tailored to you replace the doomscroll, or would you still reach for the feed anyway?

On the App Store if you want to poke at it (Acta): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/acta-daily/id6761189386

u/Economy_Primary1774 — 2 days ago
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Help me guys, I’m a final-year CS student building a productivity app, would love honest feedback

Hey everyone,

I’m a 21-year-old final-year Computer Science student, and I’ve been working on a small app called ProdZen (prodzen.me).

It’s currently in early access / open testing, and I’d be really grateful if some of you could try it out and share honest feedback.

The idea behind ProdZen is simple: I wanted to build something that helps people understand their screen time, stay focused, and reduce impulsive app-opening without feeling too strict or guilt-based.

Right now, it includes things like:

* Screen time tracking and app usage insights

* Focus modes for study/work/creative sessions

* Mindful breathing pauses before opening distracting apps

* App limits and focus-based blocking

* A privacy-first approach where the app is meant to help, not track you unnecessarily

I know the app is still not perfect, and that’s exactly why I’m posting here. I’d love feedback on:

* Is the app actually useful?

* Is the onboarding clear?

* Are there any bugs or confusing parts?

* What features should I improve or remove?

* How should I market this better as a student founder?

* What would make you recommend it to a friend?

Here’s the Play Store link:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.viz.prodzen

Even if you don’t install it, feedback on the idea, positioning, screenshots, or Play Store description would mean a lot.

Thanks in advance. I’m still learning, so please be honest but kind :)

u/HeadWoodpecker5237 — 1 day ago

launched(Metty AI) a platform that connects you with verified experts in real time — no job posts, no proposals

I've been kicking around an idea and wanted to get some honest feedback.

The concept(Metty AI): a platform where you just say who you need to talk to, and it connects you to a verified expert within minutes. No posting a job, no sifting through proposals, no chasing replies.

You'd describe your need — say a tax advisor, a video editor, a compliance lawyer, a designer — and AI matches you with a verified provider near you almost immediately. Then you just have a conversation. That's it.

It would cover a bunch of categories: tech, finance, design, marketing, investment, law, compliance, video editing, content creators, and so on.

The whole point is killing the friction. Right now, going from "I have a need" to "I'm talking to the right expert" usually means job boards, waiting around, comparing bids, ghosted messages. I want that gap to basically disappear.

A few things I'm genuinely unsure about and would love input on:

  • Would you actually trust an instant match over picking someone yourself?
  • How much does "verified" need to mean before you'd use it?
  • Is "near you" important for most of these categories, or does it only matter for some?
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u/Aggressive-Leave-890 — 2 days ago

Leads aren’t the issue. Follow-ups are.

Most growing businesses don’t actually have a lead problem.

They have an operational chaos problem.

Leads come from everywhere:

  • WhatsApp
  • Instagram
  • emails
  • LinkedIn
  • forms
  • referrals

And eventually everything becomes messy:
missed follow-ups, scattered chats, delayed replies, no visibility, lost opportunities.

That’s why I started building Opermation.

An AI-powered operational system that helps businesses:

  • organize incoming leads
  • prioritize high-intent opportunities
  • automate follow-ups
  • reduce communication chaos
  • keep teams aligned

The goal isn’t to replace people.

It’s to make business operations feel less chaotic and more intelligent.

Still early-stage, but I’d genuinely love feedback from founders, agencies, recruiters, or anyone dealing with lead/workflow overload.

What’s the biggest operational bottleneck inside your business right now?

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u/Expert_Account2591 — 3 days ago
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Hi, I’m a 17-year-old building a startup — need help with coding & social media. This could blow up

Building a UPI-based Fiverr for Indian teenagers 🚀

Most teens in India can edit videos, design thumbnails, make reels, code, or use AI…

But they can’t freelance because:

  • No bank account
  • No PayPal
  • Fiverr feels too complicated

So I’m building a Gen-Z freelance platform where teens can:
✅ Sell skills
✅ Get paid with UPI
✅ Use UPI ID or QR code
✅ Build portfolios & ratings
✅ Earn safely in India

Think:
“Fiverr + Apple-style UI + UPI + Indian Gen-Z”

Looking for:

  • Developers
  • UI/UX designers
  • Startup advice
  • Early supporters
  • Funding guidance

Would you use this or invest time into it?
DM me if interested 👀

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u/AffectMany9309 — 3 days ago

Building a women's sleepwear brand in India. Need honest opinions and suggestions on what's missing right now?

I’m in the early stages of building a women's sleepwear brand in India. Before I go any further, I genuinely want to understand what real people feel is missing. I'm at the research stage and want real answers before I make decisions.

Here's the basic idea: affordable luxury sleepwear (Rs. 2000-4500 for a set), 100% natural fabrics (thinking cotton and linen blends), and minimal and clean designs but with some fun elements like colours, bows, etc. Also open to incorporating some Indian elements if that's something people like.

I genuinely want to know:

  • What do you currently buy for sleepwear and where from? (Indian brands, international, random Amazon finds?)
  • What frustrates you most about options currently available in India?
  • What would make you actually spend ₹3,000+ on a pyjama set – what would it need to be/feel/look like?
  • What colours and silhouettes do you actually want – something you'd actually wear?
  • Anything you feel is totally missing from the Indian sleepwear market that no one is doing?
  • Would Indian craft elements in sleepwear appeal to you or feel like too much for something you're sleeping in?

Also, If you've shopped from Indian sleepwear brands, I'd especially love to hear what you thought. Thank you so much!

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u/Emergency-Shine1377 — 3 days ago

I will not promote- Why is finding a good CA/Finance consultant still so painful in India?

Thinking of building a startup for commerce-related consulting services (CA, GST, tax, finance, startup compliance, bookkeeping, etc.)
But before building anything — I want real feedback from people here 👇
What’s the MOST annoying problem in this space?
What service do people struggle to find?
Why do most consultants/platforms feel outdated or untrustworthy?
Would you ever pay for an online-first commerce consulting platform?
Trying to validate whether this is an actual market gap or just another startup illusion😅
Would love brutally honest opinions.

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u/pikachu-chen — 3 days ago
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Trademark Filing Isn’t Just “₹999 Only” — Know What You’re Paying For

A lot of people and pages advertise trademark filing at extremely low prices without properly explaining the process, government fees, objections, or long-term implications. Many businesses file blindly without even checking whether the brand is actually registrable.

Low-cost filing advertisements can become expensive later if:

• The trademark is likely to get objected
• The class is filed incorrectly
• The brand name already conflicts with another mark
• Nobody explains the risks to you
• You are left alone after filing

Trademark filing is not just uploading a form. A proper search, classification, and legal assessment matter.

Always understand what you’re paying for — not just the lowest price

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u/Aperture_Dream — 3 days ago
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I made to cli tool for scaffolding various js/ts frameworks like vite/express/next with configuration for additional tools, all with a simiple click.

written in nodejs with pnpm

try it by running npx rebar-js init

Github

npm package link

u/_Introvert_boi — 4 days ago

Would you pay ₹199 to talk to a retired expert for legal/tax/property advice?

A simple app where you can talk to retired experts (on phone) for advice in areas like:

Income Tax / ITR

Property & land issues

Legal guidance

Police-related matters

Pension / govt schemes

Will it be scalable please advise any suggestions welcome

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u/Weird-Solution8800 — 5 days ago

Interesting idea

Did you or or your family ever face an issue regarding lack of helpers or friends to help you, like accompanying your grandparents to hospital, shift your loads or any other errands? Would you use if you had an app that connects you to helpers?

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u/TerribleChemistry415 — 4 days ago
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Need a name for my tech recruitment portal

I'm starting a service that connects developers with companies.

  • Simple (1-2 words)
  • Memorable

Please suggest

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u/ebijaydas — 4 days ago
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Fresh Graduate Looking for Founder’s Office / Generalist Roles

Hey everyone,

I’m a fresh graduate from Aryabhatta College, Delhi University currently looking for Founder’s Office / Generalist roles at startups.

What I genuinely enjoy is being thrown into messy, ambiguous problems and figuring things out independently - whether that’s fundraising, GTM, operations, market research, hiring, strategy, or simply filling whatever gap exists in the company at that moment.

Over the last 1.5 years, I’ve mostly worked directly with founders and small teams, which gave me exposure across multiple business functions instead of one fixed role.

Some things I’ve worked on across startups and consulting projects:

- Built integrated financial models covering revenue forecasting, unit economics, CAC/LTV, runway planning, and growth scenarios for fundraising and strategic decision-making

- Managed investor outreach end-to-end across 100+ VCs and angels — from sourcing and research to pipeline tracking, follow-ups, and diligence coordination

- Worked closely with founders on GTM strategy, pricing, customer acquisition funnels, retention levers, and early growth experimentation

- Helped build a D2C/FMCG brand from 0→1, working across product positioning, supplier sourcing, manufacturing readiness, and launch planning

- Conducted deep market, competitor, and industry analysis across wellness, consumer, gaming, and mobility sectors using tools like Pitchbook, CB Insights, Helium10, and Volza

- Created client/investor-facing strategy decks, market maps, and research reports for senior stakeholders during consulting and strategy projects

- Regularly handled unstructured founder-office style work like figuring out processes, solving operational gaps, coordinating across teams, and executing independently in fast-moving environments

I’ve also won multiple national case competitions across finance, strategy, and M&A (SRCC, IIM Shillong, IIM Indore, KMC x BOD, etc.), which helped me build strong structured thinking and problem-solving skills.

Why should you hire me?

Because I can operate without constant direction. I learn fast, adapt quickly, and can move across functions depending on what the startup needs. I’m comfortable handling ambiguity, speaking with stakeholders, doing deep research, building strategy, and then switching to execution mode when required.

I care a lot about ownership and being genuinely useful to the team instead of just completing assigned tasks.

Currently based in Delhi, but fully open to relocating for the right opportunity.

If any founders here are hiring or know startups looking for someone who can work closely with the founding team and handle multiple business-side functions, I’d genuinely love to connect.

u/Sad_Sea_8797 — 5 days ago

What's one problem you would like to see get solved

Basically I'm thinking of establishing a startup, so I would like to get you guy's view on what're the major problems we Indians face and how to solve them

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u/Current-Ad9599 — 4 days ago

Does anyone need ready made passive income

I have a tiktok monetized site with fully copy paste work it iss too much underground methods to make money. U only do download and upload completely from where I left and nothing too much fluffy. And Rn I don't have time to work on that I can't able to manage this account from 4 months. I will give u everything the starateegy and the ready made gumroad id with ready made ebooks thats I had been added before everything I will give u and also the account has too much reach there are total two different monetisation methods firstly TikTok organicly and secondly gumroad by selling ebooks. Currently Im working on my startup thats why I can't do work on that. If anyone need let me know

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u/Due-Establishment969 — 4 days ago