SINGLETASKAPPS / ABOUT
Built by a Dad. Shared with Everyone.
The story behind why I build small, disposable, single-task apps — and why the future of software should be on-demand, private, and subscription-free.
The Frustration
I am a dad of a toddler. Like many parents, I found myself increasingly exhausted by the modern software landscape.
I was sick of app subscriptions. It felt like every simple tool required yet another monthly fee just to unlock a single, basic feature. Worse still, so many small, genuinely useful apps were never available in the first place — simply because they didn't make commercial sense for venture-backed companies or startup business models.
Making Life Easier with AI
So I decided to take matters into my own hands. With the help of AI, I make singletask apps, disposable apps, and tiny tools designed specifically for my family, my toddler, and to make daily life a little easier.
Instead of bloated software trying to do everything while asking for your credit card, each app is crafted to do one specific job with care and zero friction. No signups, no logins, no notifications, and no subscriptions.
"I believe the future will be 'app on demand' — software that is private, fully customizable, disposable when you're done, and with zero tracking."
Join the Vision
If you want to add yourself to my vision, connect with me on Twitter/X @justbyasking. If there's an everyday frustration or a tiny app idea that would make your life easier, request it — and I'll try to build it for you for free.