Show HN Daily Selection (2025-04-05)
- uWrap.js – A faster and more accurate text wrapping util in < 2KB
- Clawtype v2.1 – a one-hand chorded USB keyboard and mouse [video]
- Transputer emulator in JavaScript (fast enough to be useful)
- DuckDB Powered SQL Editor
- I open-sourced a tool to compare Google Play apps side-by-side
- I made an online free tool site
- I vibe coded WikiXplorer – GamePad for WikiXplorer in 20 minutes
- SwiftHive – A Swift Package Registry for Faster Builds
- Refactored – personal time tracker with Git
- Built a visual UI editor that exports to code
- 2004Scape (RuneScape) singleplayer self-hosted Windows/Linux/FreeBSD
uWrap.js – A faster and more accurate text wrapping util in < 2KB [Developer Tools]
13 points, 0 comments
uWrap.js is a lightweight (< 2KB) JavaScript utility for faster and more accurate text wrapping.
- Faster text wrapping
- More accurate results
- Lightweight (< 2KB)
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Clawtype v2.1 – a one-hand chorded USB keyboard and mouse [video] [Consumer Tech]
13 points, 2 comments
A one-hand chorded USB keyboard and mouse written in Rust, designed for XR glasses.
- Written in Rust using embassy framework
- Runs on SparkFun ProMicro RP2040 board with MPU6050 gyroscope
- Inspired by Chordite concept
- Supports vim coding with gradual skill improvement
- Planned wireless (BLE) version powered by AA NiMH battery
- Open-source code available on GitHub
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Transputer emulator in JavaScript (fast enough to be useful) [Developer Tools]
50 points, 7 comments
Transputer emulator in JavaScript optimized for performance.
- Emulates Transputer architecture in JavaScript
- Performance-optimized to be practical for use
- Runs efficiently in a web browser
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DuckDB Powered SQL Editor [Developer Tools]
4 points, 0 comments
A lightweight SQL editor powered by DuckDB for faster query processing without needing an OLAP database.
- Uses DuckDB engine for 25% faster query processing compared to standard JDBC-connected editors
- Designed for small data teams without OLAP database resources
- Avoids slow complex queries in Postgres by leveraging DuckDB's processing
- Standalone tool (soarSQL) for SQL editing, eliminating the need for Python notebooks
- Aims to provide a simple, efficient alternative to tools like dBeaver
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I open-sourced a tool to compare Google Play apps side-by-side [Developer Tools]
11 points, 0 comments
An open-source tool for comparing Google Play apps side-by-side to analyze competitors.
- Compares features, ASO, reviews, ratings, and update frequency
- Helps indie hackers and developers research competitors efficiently
- Available for use online and open to contributions on GitHub
- Early-stage project seeking feedback and ideas
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I made an online free tool site [Developer Tools]
4 points, 1 comments
A free, privacy-focused collection of 60+ developer tools that run entirely in the browser with no ads or data sent to servers.
- 100% client-side processing for all tools
- Progressive loading with dynamic imports
- Dark/light theme support
- Offline capability for most tools
- Responsive design for mobile
- Includes specialized tools like JWT Debugger, symmetric encryption, and image processing
- Built with Vue 3 and Vite for performance
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I vibe coded WikiXplorer – GamePad for WikiXplorer in 20 minutes [Entertainment]
3 points, 0 comments
A playful gamepad-style UI for exploring Wikipedia, built in 20 minutes using v0 and Next.js.
- Fast-built companion for WikiXplorer
- Gamepad-style navigation for Wikipedia
- Interactive and scroll-friendly design
- Hosted on Vercel
- Open to feedback and ideas
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SwiftHive – A Swift Package Registry for Faster Builds [Developer Tools]
7 points, 0 comments
SwiftHive is a private Swift package registry designed to improve dependency management by reducing build times and ensuring reproducibility.
- Reduces build times significantly
- Ensures reproducibility of builds
- Currently seeking beta testers from the community
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Refactored – personal time tracker with Git [Productivity]
5 points, 0 comments
Personal time tracker integrated with Git commits.
- Tracks time by embedding data directly into commit messages
- Simpler than using Git tags
- Lightweight and Git-native approach
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Built a visual UI editor that exports to code [Design]
5 points, 0 comments
A visual UI editor that exports to code, built with Compose Multiplatform for Kotlin.
- Specializes in UI design with over a decade of experience
- Visual editor for building apps and websites
- Exports to Compose Multiplatform (CMP)
- Free to try with code export functionality
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2004Scape (RuneScape) singleplayer self-hosted Windows/Linux/FreeBSD [Entertainment]
3 points, 0 comments
2004Scape is a self-hosted singleplayer version of RuneScape from 2004 for Windows, Linux, and FreeBSD.
- Singleplayer version of RuneScape (2004 era)
- Self-hosted on personal systems
- Supports Windows, Linux, and FreeBSD