I'm a second-year computer science student working on AI/ML, fullstack, and web3 projects. Unlike my friends, I develop these as real SaaS applications with features like logins and proper databases. I'm eager to promote my work on Reddit, but I've noticed that most communities tend to remove such posts due to automated moderation. I'm curious about how some people manage to successfully market their products on Reddit and attract genuine users. I've also reached out to different subreddit moderators but haven't heard back from anyone. What strategies can I use to overcome these challenges?
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To avoid getting your posts removed, engage in discussions rather than just promoting your projects. Offering insights and genuine help first can establish you as a valuable community member. You could also try tools like ParseStream to find relevant discussions where your input would be appropriate, helping you share your work without it coming off as spam.
The key to successfully promoting your work on Reddit is all about contributing before attempting to sell. Many users who market effectively spend weeks or even months helping out in the community before they ever mention their projects. Instead of messaging mods for permission, try to engage more with the community. Answer questions, share your building experiences, and help troubleshoot problems. Once you build some comment history and karma, you'll find mods are more lenient with promotions!
When you do share your project, make sure to frame it as a solution to someone else's problem. For example, if someone asks for a tool to manage expenses and you've built one, that's your chance to mention it—just make sure to connect first! Also, keep an eye out for subreddits that have specific promotion days, like 'Feedback Friday.' Remember, the best way to market is to discuss your experiences openly as you build, rather than just push the final product.
It's frustrating when mods seem to prevent you from shining! But remember, sometimes it’s the automoderators at play. Focus on adding value to the conversations instead, and you'll likely find a warmer reception!
That's super helpful! I've had a few projects, including an e-commerce store for a family member and an AI expense tracker I built for class. Next, I'm working on a decentralized web app for a hackathon. Any suggestions on communities to join?