I think launching early was the right decision. You can always improve the product as more people start using it.
 
The fact that you're already planning new features tells me you're treating this like a long-term project.
 
I had a similar experience where a tiny side project ended up getting much more attention than I expected. You never really know until you launch.
 
That cease-and-desist story is a good reminder to be careful with company names and branding.
 
Even if the profits are small right now, you're building experience that will help with every future project.
 
Wishing you the best with it. You've already proven that people are interested enough to pay, which is often the hardest part. Now it's just a matter of refining the product, listening to feedback, and keeping the momentum going.
 
I really enjoyed reading this because it feels like a genuine builder's journey. You started with a tool you already had, improved it step by step, adapted when you found better documentation, and actually shipped it. That's a lot more inspiring than seeing someone claim they made huge money overnight.
 
Congratulations on getting your first few sales. Three customers may not sound like a lot to outsiders, but those first sales prove that complete strangers are willing to pay for something you created. That's a milestone worth celebrating.
 
I like that you weren't afraid to use different AI models for different parts of the project. Every tool has its strengths, and your workflow shows that it's often better to combine them rather than expecting one model to solve every problem.
 
The part about accidentally using Google's branding made me smile because it's an easy mistake to make when you're moving quickly. Thankfully you caught it early and adjusted before it became a much bigger issue.
 
One thing that stood out to me was how quickly you adapted after finding the updated documentation. That's probably one of the biggest advantages of working on small independent projects—you can improve things immediately without waiting for approvals.
 
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