What you're describing sounds like too much focus on the What instead of the Why. WHY are you building software? Start with answering that question. Then, do a

What you're describing sounds like too much focus on the What instead of the Why. WHY are you building software? Start with answering that question. Then, do a bit of soul-searching; figure out what truly feels meaningful for you. That's something no one can answer but you. Then go and do it. If you can't come up with an immediate answer, then start trying different things. Building a bridge isn't enough. Connecting two communities over an otherwise impassable chasm is.