The latest articles on Forem by Denis Cartin (@denis_cartin_bc7ae4b665da). https://forem.com/denis_cartin_bc7ae4b665da https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F2696033%2F13ded53c-e31a-437b-bad7-52426a3f2f18.jpg https://forem.com/denis_cartin_bc7ae4b665da en Denis Cartin Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:01:04 +0000 https://forem.com/denis_cartin_bc7ae4b665da/we-launched-a-search-engine-and-got-270-subscribers-in-5-days-1lko https://forem.com/denis_cartin_bc7ae4b665da/we-launched-a-search-engine-and-got-270-subscribers-in-5-days-1lko <p>Some time ago we launched a first version that allowed just searching among the web content with query enhancement by dorking.</p> <p>We started getting some of feedbacks, we improved significately the UX and rebranded it completelly.</p> <p>On 7th january we launched the rebranded version on Product Hunt and Hacker News and the user signups got crazy (with a volume of 100 searched queries every half hour)! And by crazy I mean also staying up all night and making sure the server do not crash 😅 (luckily now this is solved automatically)</p> <p>Now the need is to understand how to good monetize it, at least to recover the expenses we have to have the webapp online and working. Of course, our main policy is NO ADS Experience.</p> <p>We started also to look around for some people that can join our team to help us grow and affirm an identity around the web (the idea seems validated, now its time to grow) - if someone likes what we are doing, can contact us on the website and we'll be happy to interview :)</p> <p>Also if someone want to review the webapp, is welcome to do it, as we periodically improve the platform directly on users practical use and feedback.</p> <p>The platform can be reviewed here --&gt; <a href="https://lexy.uno" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lexy AI Search</a></p> watercooler discuss Denis Cartin Sun, 12 Jan 2025 14:57:54 +0000 https://forem.com/denis_cartin_bc7ae4b665da/in-a-cold-day-of-late-winter-a-new-search-engine-came-out-f3m https://forem.com/denis_cartin_bc7ae4b665da/in-a-cold-day-of-late-winter-a-new-search-engine-came-out-f3m <p>A while back, we launched the initial version of our platform, which focused on enhanced web content search using dorking techniques.</p> <p>After gathering valuable user feedback, we made significant improvements to the user experience and gave the platform a complete rebrand.</p> <p>On January 7th, we officially launched the rebranded version on Product Hunt and Hacker News. The response was incredible—user signups skyrocketed, and we saw over 100 search queries every half hour! It was so overwhelming that we had to stay up all night to ensure the server didn’t crash (thankfully, we’ve since automated that process 😅).</p> <p>Now, our focus is on finding a sustainable way to monetize the platform, at least to cover the ongoing costs of keeping it online and fully operational. One thing we’re committed to is providing a no-ads experience for our users.</p> <p>We’re also looking to expand our team with passionate individuals who can help us grow and establish a strong identity on the web. If you’re interested in what we’re building, feel free to reach out via our website—we’d love to chat!</p> <p>Lastly, if anyone wants to review our platform, we’d greatly appreciate it. We continuously refine and improve the platform based on real user feedback and practical use cases. Your input is always welcome!</p> <p>You can review the platform here --&gt; <a href="https://lexy.uno" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lexy AI Search</a></p> webdev beginners ai productivity