Managing Projects

Track your project progress with a comprehensive roadmap and checklist

Managing Projects 📋

Stay organized and ship faster with Indie Kit's built-in project tracker! Get a proven roadmap with actionable steps to take your project from idea to launch. ✨

Optional but Recommended

This feature is completely optional but highly recommended for new users! It helps you stay on track and not miss important steps.

What You Get 🎯

A complete roadmap with:

✅ 10 proven phases - From Mindset to Growth
📊 Progress tracking - See exactly where you are
⏱️ Time estimates - Know how long each phase takes
💡 Pro tips - Learn from experienced indie hackers
🔗 Quick links - Jump to relevant documentation
📋 45+ actionable steps - Nothing gets forgotten

Perfect for:

🚀 First-time indie hackers
📦 Building multiple projects
🎯 Staying focused and organized
💡 Following a proven process

How It Works 🚀

Step 1: Create Your Project

Visit the projects page and add your project details:

👉 Create Your Project

What you'll add:

Project Name - Your app name
Kit Used - Indie Kit, Indie Kit Pro, or B2B Kit
Domain/URL (Optional) - Your project URL
Description (Optional) - What your project does

Multiple Projects?

Track multiple projects simultaneously! Perfect for indie hackers building several side projects.

Step 2: Follow Your Roadmap

Once created, you'll get access to a comprehensive roadmap with 10 phases:

The roadmap includes:

💡 Mindset & Strategy
🛠️ Project Setup
🚀 Deployment
🎨 UX Design
🗄️ Database Design
💻 UI Implementation
💳 Payment Integration
🧪 Testing
🎉 Launch
📈 Growth

Step 3: Track Your Progress

Check off steps as you complete them and watch your progress grow!

Each phase shows:

⏱️ Time estimates
📋 Sub-steps checklist
💡 Pro tips from experienced builders
📚 Links to relevant documentation
✅ Completion status

Why It Helps 💪

Stay on track:

Never forget critical setup steps
Follow a proven process that works
Get helpful tips at each stage
Know exactly what to do next

Save time:

No more wondering "what's next?"
Quick links to relevant documentation
Learn from others' experience
Avoid common mistakes

Build confidence:

See your progress visually
Celebrate completing each phase
Know you're following best practices
Feel organized and in control

Proven Process

This roadmap is based on what actually works for indie hackers. Follow it to ship faster and avoid common pitfalls!

Common Questions ❓

Do I have to follow every step?

No! The roadmap is a helpful guide. Skip or adapt steps based on your project needs.

Can I track multiple projects?

Yes! Create separate projects for each of your ideas. Perfect for indie hackers building multiple side projects.

What if I get stuck?

Ask for help in Indie Kit Discord! The community is super helpful and responsive.

Is this required to use Indie Kit?

No, it's completely optional! But highly recommended for first-time users to stay organized.

How long does it typically take?

Most basic SaaS projects take 2-3 weeks following the roadmap. Complex projects may take longer.

Get Started 🚀

Ready to start tracking your project?

👉 Create Your First Project

Once you create a project, you'll get instant access to:

📋 Complete 10-phase roadmap
✅ Interactive checklist with 45+ steps
💡 Pro tips from experienced builders
🔗 Quick links to documentation
📊 Visual progress tracking

Ready to Build?

Start tracking your project today and ship faster with a proven roadmap! 💪

Launch in 5 Minutes - Quick start guide
Launch with Waitlist - Pre-launch strategy
Getting Started - Installation guide
Deployment Guide - Deploy your app