Why I'm Moving On From Desktop Application Development
By
claxo
Fresh out the oven, still warm. Top of the tray.
Summary
The author reflects on their decision to stop developing desktop applications after three years of selling Bingo Card Creator. They frame the decision as a difficult breakup with a long-time passion, acknowledging that while desktop software has been lucrative and meaningful, they've come to see its limitations and are ready to move on to other pursuits.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledBreaking up has always been difficult for me. I tend to fall in love with being in love, and continue a relationship well past the point of futility.
I'm sorry, desktop apps. We just don't have a future together anymore. Its not you, its me.
It has gone from being a passing fancy to a rather lucrative hobby to, well, a bit more than that over the years.
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