Product Hunt rocks, and that's why there are lots of similar platforms like Awesome Indie, Alternative To, appRater, etc. So, do you use these before launching on PH? Sort of like practice or to gain users and fans in your community who can help you reach #1 on Product Hunt?
I think it's a good strategy if you want to work out the kinks in your messaging and product before swinging for the fences on Product Hunt. You can get some experience and more feedback to have a successful Product Hunt launch.
What do you think?