The Future of Tech is Small: How One Person Can Build Big
Tech isn’t just for big teams anymore. With RoutineHub, solo creators can build, launch, and improve software—all from a phone. This shift, ‘Independent Software Building,’ is changing everything. Here’s what’s new and what’s next.

Creator Badge

We’re excited to roll out the [Creator] badge, a quick and easy way to recognize those who have built at least one shortcut. This community thrives because of its creators, and this is our first step in giving them a well-earned shoutout. If you see someone with a [Creator] badge, take a moment to check out their work, leave a comment, and share feedback. Good feedback is a gift, and nothing keeps creators motivated like knowing their work is appreciated.
Artificial Intelligence Tag
Artificial intelligence has been part of our community for over a year, and a big shoutout goes to pioneers like @ProCreations and @Ashbit_, who continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. It’s amazing to see AI-powered shortcuts being built entirely on mobile, and we’re excited to watch this space evolve. RoutineHub has always been more than just a place to share shortcuts—we’re creating an ecosystem where mobile-first developers can build, refine, and showcase their best work.
Google Single Sign-On
Logging in just got easier. Now, visitors can sign in with Google, skipping the hassle of another username and password. A RoutineHub account makes it simple to follow developers, leave comments, and download shortcuts, and we have even more community-focused features in the works.
Thoughts on the Future
Independent Software Building
There was a time when building high-quality software required massive teams of engineers. Today, a single person—or a small, focused group—can accomplish the same. That shift has given rise to something new: micro software manufacturing.
RoutineHub is full of independent developers who don’t need investors, big teams, or endless meetings. They can build a tiny app, launch it, track performance, gather feedback, and refine it—all in hours, not days. We provide the tools—version control, analytics, and search—to help creators move fast and make an impact.
The question we keep asking ourselves is: what happens when anyone with a phone can build, publish, and profit from digital tools? We see a future where more creators can enter the digital economy seamlessly, and that’s why we’re exploring new marketplace models designed specifically for mobile-first developers.
Community vs. Commercial
The internet has always blurred the line between sharing and selling. Traditional economies rely on money to create value. Sharing economies, on the other hand, generate value without it. RoutineHub is something different: a hybrid economy, where commerce supports sharing, and sharing drives commerce.
For us, it’s clear. Commerce is a tool, but sharing is the goal. When creators have access to the right tools, skill and time become something greater—something that accelerates innovation and empowers mobile-first developers.
It All Starts with Trust
RoutineHub was built as a community first, and like any great community, it runs on trust. People contribute without knowing exactly what they’ll get in return. Trust grows through repeated interactions, strengthened by every positive experience.
But trust isn’t just about familiarity—it has layers. First, there’s authenticity: is someone real? Are they who they say they are? Then, there’s intention: do we share the same goals? And finally, there’s expertise: are they actually good at what they do?
Over the next few months, we’ll be introducing new ways to reinforce trust across the platform. We’re not quite ready to share the details yet, but we’re building something we think you’ll love.
The future is bright, and we’re just getting started.
Onward,