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Should I Build a SaaS or Focus on Getting a Dev Job?

I'm at a crossroads and could use some insights from the HN community.

I've been coding for a while and feel confident in my skills. Now, I’m debating between two paths:

Building a SaaS – I have a few ideas, and I love the idea of owning something long-term. But I know it can take a while to get traction, and there’s always a risk of failure.

Getting a Dev Job – A stable salary, experience, and networking opportunities seem valuable, especially if I want to level up my skills and save some money before going all-in on a startup.

For those who’ve been in a similar spot:

Did you regret going all-in on a SaaS too early?

Was working a dev job first helpful when you eventually started your own thing?

Any advice on balancing both at the same time?

Would love to hear your experiences.

2 points Mudasir_Fayaz 1 year ago 6 comments

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