The Real Reasons Your Side Projects Die (it's not always what you think!)

Have you ever had a side project you poured your heart into, only for it to end up in the 'app graveyard? In this brutally honest review, Fractional CTO and Senior Solutions Architect iLyas Bakouch dives deep into why most side projects fail and whether the idea of an 'App Graveyard Reviver' is a fantasy or a viable solution. iLyas shares insights on: * The real reasons projects die (it's not always what you think!) * Why "how-to" apps often miss the mark * What actually makes a "sellable asset" * Identifying your true target market (and why it's crucial) * Alternative, more effective ways to help developers with dormant projects If you're a developer, entrepreneur, or anyone with a collection of unfinished ideas, this episode will challenge your assumptions and offer a dose of reality. Learn from common mistakes and discover what it truly takes to build something successful. #AppDevelopment #SideProjects #StartupFailures #Entrepreneurship #TechReviews #BrutallyHonest #CTO #SolutionsArchitect #CodingLife #BusinessReality Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more brutally honest evaluations of tech ideas and business strategies!" ⚡ Video Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:34 - Reason #1: Insufficient Technical Knowledge 2:50 - Reason #2: Poor Problem-Solving & Communication Abilities 3:44 - Reason #3: Lack of Real-World Experience 4:40 - Real Interview Question 5:43 - Reason #4: Inability to Explain Cloud Infrastructure Design Decisions 7:27 - Reason #5: Overlooking Soft Skills and Teamwork 🚀 Top 5 Cloud Computing Careers - Salary Included: https://youtu.be/nmZ0c_YFwkU 💻 Day in the life at one of the biggest e-commerce companies: https://youtu.be/Vnm3Zx5Fvgo ⚡ Soft skills you need to succeed as an SA: https://youtu.be/0CPe4HTOf7c 💻 Day in the life of an AWS Solutions Architect: https://youtu.be/cMY4SpZd_ns ⚡ How I joined Amazon (And how you can too): https://youtu.be/Fsl54-YT7sc