You can absolutely build a messaging app or even a TikTok-style product—but start by narrowing the scope and de-risking the hard parts. Define your niche and core loop, then ship an MVP with secure auth, real-time messaging (WebSockets + push), reliable media handling (upload → transcode → CDN), strong moderation/reporting, and clear privacy/compliance (GDPR/CCPA, age gates, DMCA). For a creator/video angle, prioritize a fast editor (trim/captions/music), a fair ranking feed, and analytics you can act on. Lock down content licenses, publish a safety policy, and budget for trust & safety. Build a 90-day roadmap: week 0–2 design + infra, week 3–6 MVP, week 7–10 closed beta, week 11–13 polish + launch. Share your target platforms/regions and I can outline a concrete stack and checklist.
If you’ll also sell merch or physical kits around your app, plan fulfillment early—carrier mix, returns, and SLAs matter. This overview of
logistics for e-Commerce is a handy benchmark when you compare 3PLs and set up shipping, tracking, and reverse logistics.