How a Solo Dev Built 10K MRR from a Single CLI Tool
The Indie Hacker Podcast with Fexingo: Solo Developers, SaaS Side Projects, and Independent Tech

How a Solo Dev Built 10K MRR from a Single CLI Tool

Aug 17, 2026
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In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how a solo developer reached $10,000 in monthly recurring revenue with nothing but a command-line interface tool. They break down the surprisingly simple distribution strategy, the pricing model that made it work, and the lessons for indie hackers who prefer terminal over browser. Plus, a candid look at the trade-offs of building for developers and why the CLI niche remains underrated in 2026. #CLITool #SaaS #IndieHacker #SoloDeveloper #DeveloperTools #MRR #PricingStrategy #CommandLine #Terminal #TechPodcast #BusinessPodcast #FexingoBusiness #FexingoPodcast #IndieTech #Bootstrapping #DigitalProducts #StartupLessons #RevenueGrowth Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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Fexingo
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