My Last Attempt to Build Something Cool, and Here’s Why

After 22 years in software development, I've seen a lot. I know many developers who have burned out by now, but somehow, I still love what I do. Despite all the highs and lows, I’m still here, chasing that feeling of making something useful, something cool.

Looking back, I’ve lost count of how many weekends, late nights, and holidays I've spent working on side projects. If I had to guess, I’ve probably given more of my "free" time to these projects than to actual free time. Some projects found success. Most didn’t. But each one taught me something, and kept me hooked on the idea that the next one might just be it.

Now, I’m embarking on what I’m calling my "last" side project before I take a long break from the hustle. This time, I’m taking it slow and trying to enjoy the process without burning myself out.

So, What Am I Working On?

I’m building something that I think should already exist but doesn’t—not in a simple, accessible form anyway. The idea is to make creating videos as straightforward as writing an article. In today’s world, every blog post or article should have a video version. But let’s be real—creating videos is still a hassle for a lot of people. Even simple editing can feel like a mountain to climb if you don't have the skills or the time.

The service I’m working on aims to change that. I want to give content creators, educators, or really anyone the power to create videos in minutes, with no prior experience required. If you can write a blog post, you should be able to make a video. It’s as simple as that.

Why Bother?

Because I believe in making content creation accessible. Not everyone is a video editing pro, but that shouldn’t stop them from sharing their knowledge or stories in a more engaging way. A lot of great content doesn’t reach its full potential because it’s locked in text form, and people are more likely to watch a video than read an article.

I’ll be sharing my marketing plan soon, right here on IndieHackers. For now, I just wanted to introduce the project and share a bit about why I’m doing this. If you’ve been grinding away on your own projects, you probably know exactly what I’m talking about. And if you’re on the fence about starting something new, maybe this will give you that little push.

Stay tuned, and I’d love to hear your thoughts!

The project: https://lazy2read.com

And here is small example what Lazy2Read can do: https://youtu.be/xe3hnLADWDU