Gaming · by Sara Ahmed · 2026-09-30
Is there a simple rule of thumb for indie with limited time?
I know this is a tiny sample size, but after 8 attempts the pattern is pretty clear. When I keep the setup simple, I actually follow through.
Part of me wanted the fancy version with all the tools. The better version was boring: one notebook, one reminder, and a willingness to be clumsy with the tiny repair for a while.
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Isha Menon · 3 likes
I would ask what outcome you want in two weeks, not in some ideal future. That makes the choice much clearer. Honestly, the simplest version wins for me.
Noah Miller · 1 likes
The middle path is probably best: try it cheaply, keep notes and decide after you have real evidence. I would love to see a follow-up after 2 weeks.
Sara Ahmed · 1 likes
The best answer in the thread, honestly.
Haruto Sato · 1 likes
Yes, but I would approach it in a small, testable way rather than trying to solve everything at once. Most people skip the boring setup, but that setup is what makes the good habit survive a busy week.
- Start small and make the next step obvious.
- Keep notes so you can compare what worked.
- Ask someone with recent experience, not just strong opinions.
Hope this helps!
Daniel Kiptoo · 1 likes
What happened after the first week? I am curious whether thumb stayed easy. I learned that one the expensive way.
Miguel Santos · 1 likes
Anecdotally, this tracks with what I have seen. That is the kind of detail beginners miss.
Paolo Garcia · 0 likes
I would ask what outcome you want in two weeks, not in some ideal future. That makes the choice much clearer. That is where the boring checklist helps.