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Everyone online is chasing the next big thing. Often, that's building a huge, complex SaaS from scratch.
But what if you could bypass the months of development, the endless coding, and the massive upfront investment?
Here’s the truth:
AI coding has become so good that building functional software no longer requires an army of developers or a year-long sprint. It's about smart execution and leveraging the right tools.
This week, I’m breaking down how to build a micro-SaaS in just 72 hours using AI, covering:
Real-world examples of AI-powered micro-SaaS
Niches you could target
A step-by-step playbook to go from idea to MVP
Simple marketing strategies to get your first users
So let’s jump in!
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⭐️ Examples
Here are some examples of micro-SaaS tools you could build use AI to build an MVP for:
🛠 How to Build
Building a functional SaaS MVP in a weekend isn't crazy with AI. I’ve done it, so I know you can too. Here's how:
Step 0: Choose Your Audience. Don't start with an idea, start with who you're building for. Deeply understand a specific community's pain points. They'll tell you what they need. I have hundreds of pain points you can solve here.
Step 1: Research Competition. Use an AI tool (like Gemini or ChatGPT) to find existing solutions for your audience's problem. Note what they do well and what they're missing.
Step 2: Get Honest Feedback (from AI). Take your core idea and ask an AI (Claude, ChatGPT, Grok) to "grill" it with 20 tough questions. This forces critical thinking before you build.
Step 3: Write a 1-Page PRD. If your idea holds up, have AI write a basic Product Requirements Document. This is your blueprint outlining target audience, features, UX, and strategy.
Step 4: Break UI into "Shippable Chunks." Ask your AI to divide your app's UI into small, manageable sections, describing each page and its user flow.
Step 5: Generate UI. Feed those UI chunks into v0.dev (or similar AI UI generators). This tool churns out actual code for your user interface. Tweak prompts until it looks right.
Step 6: Connect the Backend. Download your UI code. Use an AI-integrated code editor (Cursor, VS Code + Copilot) to add database and backend logic. AI helps you write and debug code fast.
💡 Niche Ideas
Children’s Educational Entertainment
Landscaping/Gardening
Small Photography Studios
Freelance Graphic Designers
Personal Trainers
Dog Groomers / Pet Sitters
Niche Law Practices
Small Architecture Firms
Handymen/Contractors
Yoga/Pilates Studio Owners
Coffee Shop Owners
Food Truck Operators
Recruitment Agencies
Board Game Designers
Aspiring Podcasters
DIY Home Renovation
People with Specific Dietary Needs
Digital Nomads/Remote Workers
Fan Fiction Writers
Book Clubs
Competitive Online Gamers
Astronomers
Parents of Toddlers
Vintage Clothing Resellers
Small-Scale Farmers
Musicians/Bands/Producers
People Learning a Niche Language
Home Brewers
Drone Pilots
Independent Tour Guides
Tree Removal Services
Voice Actors
Small Marketing Agencies
Don’t see any you like? Feed this into ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini and get it to suggest some new options based on your skills, experience, interests and knowledge.
🚀 How to Grow
Niche Community Engagement: Find where your audience hangs out (Reddit, Discord, forums). Be helpful, share your journey, and gently introduce your solution. Don't spam, build trust.
Product Hunt Launch: Plan a solid launch day, get upvotes from your network, and engage with comments. This can bring an initial wave of users and validation. Also use alternative sites to PH like tinystartups and BetaList
Content Marketing (AI-Assisted): Create valuable content (blogs, videos, infographics) addressing your audience's pain points. Use AI to help with ideas, outlines, and drafts. Share it where your audience is.
Twitter/X Threads: Share your build journey, showcase features, and explain the problem your SaaS solves in engaging threads. Use screenshots and short demos.
Leverage Your Personal Brand: Share your building process, challenges, and wins with your existing audience. They're your first testers and promoters.
Direct Outreach (AI-Personalised Emails): For B2B, use AI to craft highly personalised cold emails. Focus on the value for the recipient, not just features.
Freemium/Free Trial: Lower the barrier to entry. Let users experience the value first-hand before committing with a free tier or trial.
Niche Influencer Partnerships: Collaborate with creators who already have your target audience. Think sponsored posts, joint webinars, or affiliate deals.
Early Adopter Programs/Beta Groups: Invite a small, engaged group to test, give feedback, and help refine your product. This builds ownership and word-of-mouth.
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