The Next Big “Cult App” Probably Isn’t Another Social Media Platform
The article discusses the potential for new apps to develop cult followings similar to existing platforms like Strava and Duolingo. It highlights key features that contribute to this phenomenon, such as progress tracking and community engagement. The author suggests several innovative app ideas aimed at students and developers that could capitalize on these trends.
- ▪Apps with cult followings create a strong social identity and emotional attachment among users.
- ▪The author proposes ideas for new apps, including a 'Strava for Developers' and an 'Internship Hunt Tracker'.
- ▪Successful cult apps often focus on simplicity, visibility of progress, and fostering community.
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try { if(localStorage) { let currentUser = localStorage.getItem('current_user'); if (currentUser) { currentUser = JSON.parse(currentUser); if (currentUser.id === 2555150) { document.getElementById('article-show-container').classList.add('current-user-is-article-author'); } } } } catch (e) { console.error(e); } Nishkarsh Pandey Posted on May 26 The Next Big “Cult App” Probably Isn’t Another Social Media Platform #mobile #ai #productivity #webdev Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about apps like Cal AI, Strava, Duolingo, Letterboxd, GitHub, etc. Not because of their features. But because of something WAY more important: 👉 They have CULT FOLLOWINGS. People don’t just use these apps. They identify with them.
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