Automating tutor operations — attendance, invoicing, and class reports
I was thrilled to see "4,000+ PVs!" — then realized 3,691 were API requests and only 530 were real users. A cautionary tale from an indie developer who got fooled by the numbers.
2026-03-25 Dev StoryAI is smart. But every session starts with "Nice to meet you." When I gave Claude Code a memory system, my development workflow changed dramatically.
2026-03-25 Dev StoryA tutor with zero programming experience built a SaaS product. Then sent 44 sales emails. Zero replies. From there, he took on the challenge of 94 international emails—an unfiltered sales log from an indie developer.
2026-03-25 Efficiency TipsYou've landed a new contract! But doing nothing until the first lesson is a missed opportunity. Take the first step toward making parents think "I'm so glad we chose this tutor" with a welcome letter.
2026-03-26 ProductContracts, invoices, receipts, lesson reports, quotes, NDAs… 12 essential documents for independent tutors, all in one free pack. Edit in your browser → print → save as PDF.
2026-03-26 Efficiency TipsStill managing five students' schedules in your head? See every student's appointments at a glance with a single management sheet. Free template available now.
2026-03-26 Efficiency TipsEver been caught off guard when a parent asks, "Can I get a receipt?" Just open it in your browser, fill it in, and you're done. Print or save as PDF with one click. A free receipt template for tutors.
2026-03-26 Efficiency TipsDo you need to file taxes as a privately contracted tutor? The answer: yes, if your annual income exceeds ¥480,000. Transportation and teaching materials can be deducted as expenses. Here's what you need to know about taxes.
2026-03-26 ComparisonGoing independent increases your take-home pay, but also your administrative workload. An honest look at the pros and cons of private contracts compared to tutoring agencies—plus solutions for the downsides.
2026-03-26 Efficiency TipsWhat's the right hourly rate for a private tutor? A working tutor's guide to standard rates by grade level and tips for setting prices that are neither too low nor too high.
2026-03-26 Efficiency TipsIs it really okay to work as a private tutor without a contract? The answer is NO. Verbal agreements inevitably lead to disputes. Protect yourself starting today with these 7 essential items and a free template.
2026-03-26 Efficiency TipsTokyo's cherry blossoms are in full bloom. But your phone is filling up with LINE messages asking, "How did this month's lessons go?" Before the new semester starts, why not automate your parent communications?
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