--- title: "Nicky Rivera (@nicky05) | Hashnode" description: "I'm a tech blogger focused on app development, AI, and related technologies. I enjoy learning new trends and sharing helpful insights with others in the tech..." url: "https://hashnode.com/@nicky05" --- @nicky05 # Nicky Rivera @nicky05 · Joined August 2025 ### [How Do Free Apps Make Money in 2025](https://nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev/how-do-free-apps-make-money?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) Free apps dominate the app stores today, yet many people wonder — how do they actually generate revenue? Despite being free to download, the majority of apps employ clever monetization models to turn engagement into profit. Whether it’s through ads, ... 3 min read · [nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev](https://nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev/how-do-free-apps-make-money?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Nov 13, 2025](https://hashnode.com/posts/how-do-free-apps-make-money/6915bbdb3b7a2701e00b381f) ### [AI SaaS Product Classification Criteria: A Definitive Guide](https://nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev/saas-classification-criteria?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) A definitive guide to AI SaaS product classification, helping businesses categorize, scale, and optimize their software solutions. 5 min read · [nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev](https://nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev/saas-classification-criteria?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Oct 24, 2025](https://hashnode.com/posts/saas-classification-criteria/68fb7951d1c510162cbe4a2c) ### [What is Vertical SaaS?](https://nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev/what-is-vertical-saas?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) What is Vertical SaaS? Complete Strategy from Idea to Scale Vertical SaaS means software purpose-built for a single industry — like Veeva for life sciences, Procore for construction, or Toast for restaurants. Unlike general tools such as Salesforce o... 5 min read · [nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev](https://nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev/what-is-vertical-saas?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Oct 24, 2025](https://hashnode.com/posts/what-is-vertical-saas/68fb4fe09e7b3d8820a6f294) ### [Top MVP Development Companies](https://nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev/top-mvp-development-companies?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) This blog highlights leading MVP (Minimum Viable Product) development companies that cater to startups, offering efficient solutions for product validation. 5 min read · [nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev](https://nicky-rivera.hashnode.dev/top-mvp-development-companies?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Aug 11, 2025](https://hashnode.com/posts/top-mvp-development-companies/6899d7a0c5acab8c762e7a55)