The Problem: “Stealing” Infrastructure Code from Old Projects (Pain Level: 8/10)
A developer confessed on Reddit: “I got tired of stealing infrastructure code from my own old projects”
Every developer relates to this:
- Copying Docker configs from previous projects when starting new ones
- Rewriting GitHub Actions workflows each time
- Copy-pasting Terraform/Pulumi settings between projects
- Debugging because copied code doesn’t match latest versions
- Constantly searching “how did I do this last year?”
Core Pain:
- Wasted time on repetitive tasks
- Slightly different configs per project
- Missing best practice updates
- Lost context due to poor documentation
Target: Full-Stack Developers & DevOps - Growing IaC Market
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools market continues to grow, with 2026 trends focused on AI integration and multi-cloud support.
Primary Targets:
- Full-stack developers (solo or small teams)
- Freelance developers
- Early-stage startup members
- Side project developers
Market Characteristics:
- Terraform, Pulumi users rapidly increasing
- SaaS boilerplates exist, but infrastructure-specific tools lacking
- Many free open-source options but few specialized for specific stacks
Solution: What is InfraKit?
Core Concept: Manage frequently used infrastructure patterns as templates for quick scaffolding
# CLI usage example
infrakit init --stack typescript-docker-postgres
infrakit add github-actions --preset deploy-railway
infrakit add monitoring --preset prometheus-grafana
Key Features:
- Stack Presets: Popular combinations like TypeScript + Docker + PostgreSQL
- Modular Addition: Selectively add only needed infrastructure
- Version Management: Migration guides when templates update
- Custom Templates: Save and reuse your own patterns
Differentiation Points:
- Simple scaffolding, not complex IaC tools
- Optimized for specific stacks (TypeScript + Docker priority)
- Developer-friendly CLI-centric UX
Competitive Analysis: Free vs Paid
| Solution | Price | Features | Weakness |
|---|---|---|---|
| SaaS Boilerplate | Free | React + Django + AWS | Too comprehensive |
| create-t3-app | Free | TypeScript full-stack | Excludes infra |
| Spacelift | Paid | Multi-IaC | Enterprise |
| InfraKit | $9/mo | TypeScript specialized | New |
Differentiation Opportunity:
- Focus on infrastructure only, not app code
- Optimized for specific tech stack (TypeScript + Docker)
- Free CLI + paid cloud sync model
MVP Development: 4 weeks, Complexity: LOW
Tech Stack:
- CLI: TypeScript + Commander.js
- Template Storage: GitHub + JSON Schema
- Web Dashboard (optional): Next.js + Supabase
Development Timeline:
- Week 1: CLI basic structure and template system
- Week 2: Create 5 popular stack presets
- Week 3: GitHub deployment and npm publish
- Week 4: Landing page and documentation
Core MVP Features:
infrakit init- Project initializationinfrakit add- Add infrastructure modulesinfrakit update- Check template updates
Revenue Model: FREEMIUM - $0-29/mo
| Plan | Price | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | CLI + basic templates |
| Pro | $9/mo | Custom template storage, cloud sync |
| Team | $29/mo | Team sharing, private registry |
Alternative Models:
- ONE_TIME: $29-99 (lifetime license)
- Open-source + sponsorship
Projected MRR:
- 6 months: $1,000-3,000
- 12 months: $3,000-8,000
Risk Analysis
| Area | Level | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Technical | LOW | CLI development is straightforward |
| Market | MEDIUM | Many free alternatives, monetization difficult |
| Execution | LOW | 4-week MVP for quick validation |
Key Challenges:
- Competition with free alternatives (open source)
- Continuous template updates needed
- Community building
Who Should Build This
- Developers using TypeScript + Node.js as primary stack
- Those with CLI tool development experience or interest
- Those wanting to systematize their dev environment
- Those wanting quick MVP validation (4 weeks)
Not a good fit for:
- Those targeting high MRR
- Those wanting enterprise sales
If you’re building this idea or have thoughts to share, drop a comment below!