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12 Dec

How to Fix Google Auth Platform Verification Issues (Your home page URL is unresponsive)

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Struggling with Google Auth Platform’s home page verification? You’re not alone! Here’s a simple guide to solve the issue and pass the checks. I recently applied for OAuth Consent screen verification! If you’ve been pulling your hair out trying to get your application’s home page verified on Google Auth Platform, you’re in the right place. I recently went through the same frustration. After two days of testing and troubleshooting, I discovered the exact requirements to pass the verification process. Spoiler alert: they’re not as intuitive as you’d hope. The Two Key Requirements for Verification Google’s home page verification hinges on…

11 Dec

Building a SaaS as a Solo Developer: Month 1 Learnings

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After a month of building gleam.so as a solo developer, I want to share my experience and key learnings. This journey has taught me valuable lessons about technical decisions, development processes, and overcoming challenges alone. Flash Sale: 75% off all plans The Initial Vision When I started building gleam.so, I had a clear goal: create an OpenGraph image generator that developers would actually enjoy using. The existing solutions felt either too complex or too limiting, leaving a gap for a developer-focused tool that balanced simplicity with power. Technical Foundation The technical stack selection proved crucial for solo development. I chose:…