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Q&A: "Is there a template to make an app or other software?"
Today's listener is looking for a template to make a website with some specific functionality—in her case, a combination of Craigslist and Airbnb. Where can you find something like this (or something similar for another purpose)?
Hi, Chris. This is Audris from Los Angeles, California. I've been thinking about starting a side hustle, but my main roadblock is setting up a Web site with functionality for listing rooms for rent, writing reviews, and possibly exchanging payment. Think of it as a hybrid between Craigslist and Airbnb. I was wondering—what specifically are these softwares that you are referring to, and is there a specific term I should be Googling? I don't have any coding experience.
Longtime listeners know that I am careful about saying anything is easy. Especially when it comes to programming or doing something technical that will require longtime support.
However, in this case there actually might be an easy way! You can find a lot of sites that allow you to pay to create a clone of an existing site's functions using your own branding. Search for terms like "clone script," "SaaS marketplace template," or "no-code marketplace builder."
Also, this is a good reminder to not skip steps. Make sure you've validated the idea before investing in the technology.
