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macOS webcam posture app (paid utility)
A small paid macOS app that uses the webcam to analyze posture and nudges users to sit straighter.
Summary
Build a lightweight Electron/macOS utility that analyzes webcam posture and sells as a one-time licensed app. Launch via social channels (tweet, LinkedIn, Reddit) and use a simple checkout + licensing system to capture early revenue and feedback.
Problem
People who spend long hours at their computers develop poor posture and want an easy reminder/fix.
Target customer
Knowledge workers, developers, and others who spend many hours on a Mac and want posture reminders.
Solution
A webcam-based app that detects slouching and notifies users, sold as an affordable one-time purchase with a license key and email checkout.
Business model
one-time paid licensepaid upgrades / major-version paid upgradesbundled sales (bundle multiple small utilities)
Distribution
twitter (launch tweet)linkedinredditthreadsdirect website checkout
Required skills
electron / macos app developmentcomputer vision (webcam posture detection)ui/ux designsimple payments and licensing integrationsocial product marketing