A MySpace clone set up by a German teen just crossed one million users
Briefly

Anton Röhm, who started coding at 13, tapped into nostalgia during COVID-19 by recreating MySpace. His project, SpaceHey, unexpectedly attracted thousands of users within weeks.
Röhm's experience illustrates how unforeseen circumstances can lead to creative opportunities. With travel plans dashed by the pandemic, he found fulfillment and purpose in coding.
The initial version of SpaceHey allowed users to log in and customize their profiles, tapping into a sense of community reminiscent of early social media experiences.
Röhm's project gained traction quickly, with thousands of users showing interest, revealing a prevalent yearning for platforms that offer simpler, more personal social interactions.
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