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Crafter's Lab

A Home for Indie iOS Devs Who Build Differently

An indie-first community for solo iOS developers, creative builders, and anyone tired of the noise and hype of generic tech spaces.

Here, you'll find real solo developers sharing their process — shipping apps, building with SwiftUI, exploring AI, and growing as indie creators.

No hustle. No hype. Just real code, thoughtful tools, and supportive community.

Why I Built This

Hi, I'm Daniel — Solo indie dev, SwiftUI crafter, and the creator of Crafter's Lab.

After years in generic Discords and "growth hack" communities, I realized most spaces are built for noise, not focus. They reward hustle, self-promo, and trends, not deep work or the solo builder journey.

I wanted something different — a place for indie iOS devs who care about craft, learning, and building meaningful apps without the drama.

Crafter's Lab is my answer: a quiet, indie-owned home for builders who believe in quality, sharing, and growth — not just "shipping fast" or "scaling at all costs."

Our Mission

Build in public, support in private.

  • Share the real work behind building solo — wins, struggles, code, design, launch, repeat.
  • No spam, no hype, no "crush it" BS.
  • We value focus, real feedback, and helping each other finish, not just start.
  • Champion accessibility, craft, and kindness.
  • Indie is about more than code — it's about community, creativity, and making tech more human.

What You'll Find

  • A curated feed of in-depth articles, PM/tech guides, and workflows for SwiftUI, AI, and solo app dev.
  • Private Discord channels for members to ask for help, share progress, and find collaborators.
  • Notion workspace with playbooks, checklists, and shared resources.
  • Live AMAs, focus sessions, and true indie support — no gurus, no sales pitches.
  • Space for all tiers — from guests to supporters, crafters, and future mentors.

For Collaborators & Future Leaders

I'm the creator, but I don't want to build this alone.

If you're passionate about indie iOS, community, or want to help shape the future of Crafter's Lab — reach out.

I'm always open to contributors, collaborators, and fellow solo devs with big ideas and kind spirits.

Let's talk

Ready to Join?

Crafter's Lab is for:

  • • Indie iOS devs building with SwiftUI and Apple frameworks
  • • Makers, solopreneurs, and learners (from beginner to veteran)
  • • Anyone who values focus, craft, and a quieter way to build
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