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surfertas

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About surfertas

Building https://www.korabo.io in my off time.

Recent public activity

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    Ask HN: Would an app to split proceeds be useful for zoom users?

    I started building a web app a couple months back and put it on hold. https://www.korabo.io It allows users to split proceeds on a per payment basis among many collaborators. e.g. …

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    Thanks very much. Yeah, I may go back and just focus on the 1 user I know that specifically had the problem build out the application, and confirm its of some use and think about m…

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    Comment #22347034

    I dont understand this comment.

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    Comment #22347021

    First off, thank you for taking the time reply. I would be ecstatic with 1000 users, and would definitely give me motivation to continue to build. Out of curiosity what was the sta…

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    Comment #22335475

    Thanks again for the feedback. The middleman that does division is a good one!...but actually may be the simple reality... I am going to take all this feedback and have a think. Th…

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    Comment #22335278

    The idea literally came up as I watched my wife split proceeds from a workshop she held with a couple of other instructors. Seemed like a hassle to translate the % splits to actual…

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    Comment #22334611

    Thanks for the clarity. Very true. Ive been getting good feedback on HN and reddit, but as you state its not feedback from the apps target audience. I am going to iterate on the fe…

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    Comment #22334602

    Thanks a lot! Yes, its sometimes easy to get discouraged, especially when you realize there is a gap between personal expectations and reality. I wasn't aware of the service drafts…

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    Comment #22334570

    Thanks a lot for the detailed and constructive feedback. Yes, I have been struggling in trying to communicate the functionality of the application in a few words & images. This res…

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    Ask HN: How many signups should an app realistically expect in the first month?

    I released a MVP web app on Jan. 18th. Sign ups have been disappointing, but wondering if this slow pace is expected or if its an indication that there is simply no need for this. …

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    Comment #22331629

    Use https://www.korabo.io . Core contributors to an OSS project can decide on percentage share allocation and create a credit card checkout that is accessible via a shield button. …

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    Comment #22265495

    Hi, thanks for stopping by. At the moment, unfortunately, the app is directed towards those with a US bank account and will require a Stripe account. Thanks a lot.

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    Comment #22244169

    Yes, would be interested. Can't guarantee the webapp will be around in 6 months though! https://www.korabo.io If you have a US bank account, I would be willing to pay depending on …

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    Comment #22196999

    Thanks a lot for the response. I will take a look at your blog.

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    Comment #22188122

    Why do you advise TypeScript as a definite for larger or commercial projects? Thank you very much.

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    Comment #22177738

    Thanks a lot for the response. Yes exactly, its using Stripe Connect and related APIs. Basically just leveraging a lot of Stripes features which are great. Their support has been s…

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    Comment #22175586

    Problem: The hassle of splitting proceeds from a service/event/product sale after the fact related to sending/collecting your % share, timing and details of wiring the proceeds. So…