Stop networking into the void.
Match on concrete active blockers.
Publish your current blocker, your time budget (15-30m), and deadline. Connected peers review context and opt in before any intro thread opens. Zero cold spam. Real unblocking.
Zero bot spam. Bounded commitments. Introductions unlock only when both builders accept.
Publish a concrete blocker, not an empty bio.
State your exact blocker, your time budget (15-30m), and deadline. Stop debugging alone.
Active Requests from Builders
Specific, bounded problems looking for peer eyes this week.
@sarahc_dev15m teardownLocal-First CRDT Document State Sync
Reviewing state transition schema before v1 release. Looking for distributed systems peer eyes.
@jadmadi30m deep diveEdge SQLite Buffer Optimization
Auditing D1 batched mutations and V8 memory ceiling on Cloudflare Workers edge nodes.
How Mutual Opt-In Works
Replacing endless networking chats with bounded technical exchanges.
- 1
State Your Blocker
Name the exact architecture or code problem and specify your budget (15m or 30m).
- 2
Contextual Match
Matching pairs builders whose offerings directly align with your stack and challenge.
- 3
Two-Sided Opt-In
Both builders must review the request and accept before calendar links or emails are shared.
- 4
Unblock & Build
Get right to the problem in a focused call. Zero sales pitches or cold lead lists allowed.
Built by Builders, for Builders
HeyLetsConnect is created by Jad Madi (@jadmadi) to replace empty networking feeds with direct, bounded problem-solving.
Verified on X
OAuth 2.0 PKCE authentication confirms real builder accounts. No anonymous scrapers, fake leads, or unsolicited agencies.
100% Double Opt-In
Contact details stay completely private until both sides review the request context and click accept. Zero cold inbox spam.
Bounded 15-30m Commitments
Strict time budgets protect your calendar. Exchange architecture feedback, test edge cases, and get back to building.
Active-Need Matching vs. Cold Networking
A direct comparison between targeted blocker matching and traditional social outreach.
| Feature | HeyLetsConnect.com | Traditional Social / DMs |
|---|---|---|
| Matching Driver | Active technical blocker & deadline | Follower count and algorithmic engagement |
| Spam Prevention | Two-way mutual opt-in before contact | Open inboxes filled with unsolicited sales pitches |
| Time Budget | Strict 15-30 minute focused exchange | Indefinite asynchronous back-and-forth |
| Identity Verification | Verified builder profile via X OAuth | Unverified accounts and automated bots |
| Cost for Builders | 100% Free for builders & founders | Requires paid subscription to message peers |
- What is Active-Need Matching?
- Active-Need Matching is the practice of connecting software builders around immediate, concrete technical blockers and short time commitments (15 to 30 minutes) rather than generic bios, follower counts, or cold sales outreach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about active-need matching, privacy, and builder introductions.
What is HeyLetsConnect?▾
HeyLetsConnect is an active-need matching platform for software builders and technical founders. It pairs engineers on specific, bounded challenges with two-sided mutual opt-in, replacing cold outreach with focused technical exchanges.
How does mutual opt-in matching work?▾
You post your current active blocker with a bounded time budget (15 to 30 minutes) and deadline. Connected peers review your request context and choose to opt in. Introductions unlock only when both builders accept.
Is HeyLetsConnect free for builders?▾
Yes, HeyLetsConnect is 100% free for software builders, open-source maintainers, and indie hackers.
How does HeyLetsConnect prevent cold DM spam?▾
No contact details or direct links are shared until both parties explicitly review the problem and agree to connect. Unsolicited pitches and mass messaging are strictly prohibited.