[RoosterRedux]

I think you have hit the nail on the head. Except for those who can conceptualize problems and solutions and see how--somehow--this kind of thing can lead to solutions to problems we don't yet know of or understand.

That said, I have a problem that drew me to this possible solution.

I have a GoPro camera.

When I shoot "film" by hand, it is unstable.

At first, I thought I needed a slide.

But when I created a slide, I realized I needed a motorized slide.

Then I realized I needed a precise motorized slide...and one that could move all about (up and down, back and forth, side-to-side) with precision.

And then I discovered Arduino.

I have yet to create the product I need, but I have already envisioned it (i.e. created it in my mind...and am continuing to do so).

[loungitude]

Therefore you have a need.
Evidently you have the skills and tools to create the solution. The need gives you the path, and most importantly, tells what you need to learn/solve/change/implement/troubleshoot/refine....

[Mr. Jeeves]

Problem is, somebody beat you to it. :)