In this Founder Series episode of Let’s Start a Business, business strategist and systems expert Megan McDonell interviews Shivam Maurya — the developer and entrepreneur behind PWM (Programming With Maurya), explainGitHub, RepoFlicks, and The Production Gurus. Shivam shares his journey from running free Python classes on Google Meet during the pandemic to launching multiple tech platforms that support developers and AI enthusiasts around the world. His story is a masterclass in bootstrapping, building in public, and launching before you feel ready. In this episode, you’ll learn:✨ The founder mindset that helped him launch (and pivot) countless tech projects✨ The lessons he wishes he’d known back in 2020 when starting out✨ How he's helping software developers, product teams, and engineering leaders save time and ship faster with tools like: 🔹 ExplainGitHub – https://explaingithub.com 🔹 RepoFlicks – https://repoflicks.com 🔹 The Production Gurus – https://lnkd.in/eqQfsS4F We also dive into: How mentoring students led to real business opportunities His strategy for launching 12 platforms in 12 months Product development challenges, client partnerships, and navigating burnout The power of learning in public as a solo founder and product builder Whether you're an indie hacker, developer, tech founder, or aspiring entrepreneur — this episode is filled with practical insights on product-market fit, systems thinking, and scaling without burnout. 💬 Connect with Shivam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivam--maurya/🔗 Learn more about Megan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megefficiencyedge📅 Book a free systems strategy call: https://calendly.com/mcdonell-meganl/new-meeting Subscribe to Let’s Start a Business for honest founder stories, startup strategy, and tactical advice for growing your business with intention.