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Tech It or Leave It
"Tech It or Leave It" is the go-to podcast for non-tech entrepreneurs who want to turn million-dollar app ideas into reality. Without getting lost in all the tech jargon. Hosted by Adrian Ching, founder of Upstack Studio, one of Malaysia’s top web & mobile app development agencies.
This show breaks down app development, startup growth, and the wild world of business in a way that’s fun, relatable, and brutally honest. It’s all about leveling the playing field for non-technical entrepreneurs and helping them build impactful, modern tech solutions.
Every episode features different guests; from founders who’ve already leveraged tech in their industries, to entrepreneurs still figuring it out. Some are crushing it with AI, SaaS, or even micro-SaaS products, and we’re bringing them in to share their stories, insights, and ideas on how tech can make business better.
Expect real talk, no-BS advice, and insights from Adrian’s 8+ years of experience helping non-tech founders build million-dollar apps that raise funds, boost profits, and scale fast. Plus, stories of what actually works (and what doesn’t) when building apps in today’s market.
"Tech It or Leave It" is for tech-curious entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners looking to turn their app ideas into successful ventures.
Whether you're a founder, a business owner, or just someone sitting on a game-changing idea, this podcast will help you navigate the process, avoid costly mistakes, and build something people actually want.
Here’s what you’ll get:
📈 Weekly tips on app development, startups, and business strategies
💡 Real-world education on tackling tech challenges
🚀 Insights to build scalable, profitable apps using tools like AI, SaaS & micro-SaaS
Tech It or Leave It
He Built a Data Tool for Cafés That Can't Compete With Starbucks. From Scratch, Solo
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Small businesses say they want to support local.
But local keeps closing.
In this episode of Tech It or Leave It, we sit down with Firdaus Izam, solopreneur and founder of CHUPJER — a tool built to give F&B owners the same data, systems, and decision-making clarity that big chains run on. Without the corporate budget. Without the tech team.
Because passion doesn't pay the rent. And gut feel doesn't scale.
Here's what you'll learn in this episode:
✅ How Firdaus went from running a digital studio to building his own product, solo
✅ The real reason small F&B businesses keep losing to the big chains (it's not the coffee)
✅ How to introduce tech to business owners who think they don't need it and change their mind
✅ What trade-offs actually matter when you're building an MVP with limited time and resources
✅ The minimum data a small business needs to start making smarter decisions today
If you're a non-technical founder trying to build something real, this one's for you.
Follow Firdaus:
https://www.threads.com/@firdausizam89
https://www.linkedin.com/in/firdausizam/
More about CHUPJER:
https://chupjer.com/
🎙️ More from Adrian & Upstack Studio
Website: https://upstackstudio.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianchinghc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adrianchinghc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianchinghc
