Something where you make a business that takes minimal commitment so you can spend your time on the beach.
The actual business seems to be taking photos of yourself on the beach and making money as an influencer, while telling people you made money from your startup though.
At least that’s my impression. Maybe there are counter examples.
This is mostly incorrect. Indie business are what the name says, independent bootstrapped businesses that does not take venture capital. They are usually SaaS but not always. Lots of examples on the IndieHackers podcast, including a guy who makes money doing cookie delivery.
You're more likely thinking of Instagram, Twitter or YouTube influencers.
An “indie hacker” is a solo entrepreneur who (may be a digital nomad and) builds small revenue generating projects. Typically building them in series and letting them grow passively while working on a new one. Often active on twitter sharing work in progress and success/failure stories.
A key theme for many is building lifestyle businesses that collectively provide “passive income” and financial independence. But unlike “FIRE” it’s “financial independence, casually work while enjoying life”
What is an indie business?