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Jul 31, 2026 · Product Management

How a Former Finance Professional Built a Self‑Discipline App for Under $300/Month

Facing chronic procrastination, the author created a solo‑run self‑discipline app that blends location‑based phone locking, AI‑driven unlock decisions, and strict "crazy mode" settings, while leveraging AI‑generated code and Alibaba Cloud's low‑cost OPC package to keep monthly expenses below 300 yuan.