Idea Kiln is a comprehensive build-in-public platform designed for indie makers, solo founders, and entrepreneurs to share their product development journey with a supportive community. The platform enables users to showcase their ideas at various stages (concept, prototype, MVP, launched), gather feedback and upvotes, track progress through timeline updates, share discount codes, and coordinate multi-platform launches.
Key Features
- Build in Public: Share your development journey transparently with a community of builders
- Timeline Tracking: Document milestones, share screenshots, and update progress throughout your development process
- Community Feedback: Get upvotes, comments, and insights from fellow entrepreneurs and potential users
- Directory Tracker: Manage submissions across multiple launch platforms (Product Hunt, Hacker News, etc.)
- Discount Code Sharing: Share promotional codes with the community to drive early adoption
- Idea Discovery: Browse trending ideas, weekly top picks, and monthly best ideas across various categories
- Premium Listings: Featured placement options for increased visibility
Target Users
- Indie hackers and solo founders
- Startup teams looking for early feedback
- Entrepreneurs preparing for product launches
- Makers wanting to build an audience before launch
- Product owners seeking community validation
Use Cases
- Pre-launch Validation: Share your MVP concept and gather feedback before investing heavily in development
- Launch Coordination: Plan and execute coordinated launches across multiple directories
- Progress Documentation: Maintain a public timeline of your development journey to build anticipation
- Community Building: Connect with other builders, share insights, and support fellow entrepreneurs
- Discount Distribution: Share promotional codes with an engaged community of early adopters
