Show HN Daily Selection (2025-04-08)

• Lux – A luxurious package manager for Lua
• Browser MCP – Automate your browser using Cursor, Claude, VS Code
• Minimal MCP server in Go showcasing project architecture
• Uncurl.dev – Convert curl commands to a shareable, executable UI
• Disco – The self-hosting platform I wish existed years ago
• nix-mcp-servers – MCP server Nix package repo
• I tried making YouTube safer for my kids
• Soundscapes and Lofi Player
• SQLTest.online: A free, interactive SQL practice platform I built
• Lately ADHD Journey Planner
• Converge, the daily AI word association game
• An intentionally annoying app to break doomscrolling
• A free movies and series randomiser
• I turned GitHub contributions into a retro battle game
• Browser Router – Open links in different browsers based on URL rules
• Simple time tracking and invoicing for freelancers and small agencies
• Teach Your Parents Smartphone

Lux – A luxurious package manager for Lua [Developer Tools]

150 points, 48 comments

Lux is a luxurious package manager for Lua.

• Designed for Lua
• Focuses on a luxurious user experience

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Browser MCP – Automate your browser using Cursor, Claude, VS Code [Productivity]

302 points, 111 comments

Automate browser tasks using Cursor, Claude, or VS Code.

• Integrates with Cursor, Claude, and VS Code
• Enables browser automation
• Streamlines workflow with AI assistance

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Minimal MCP server in Go showcasing project architecture [Developer Tools]

16 points, 0 comments

Minimal MCP server in Go demonstrating project architecture.

• Built as an experiment to explore MCP server architecture
• Inspired by past experience with REST API servers
• Designed to be lightweight and simple for learning purposes

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Uncurl.dev – Convert curl commands to a shareable, executable UI [Developer Tools]

95 points, 41 comments

Uncurl.dev converts curl commands into a shareable, executable UI for easy visualization, editing, and debugging.

• Converts curl commands into a visual representation
• Allows editing and inspecting all parts of the request
• Provides shareable links for collaboration
• Executes requests server-side (with rate limits for logged-in users)
• Runs in a secure Docker sandbox with resource/time restrictions
• Designed for quick sharing and debugging, not full API testing

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Disco – The self-hosting platform I wish existed years ago [Developer Tools]

8 points, 2 comments

Disco is an open-source self-hosting platform that simplifies deploying and managing multiple web apps on a single server.

• Fast deployments (2 seconds for static sites, ~25 seconds for Django apps)
• Host multiple projects on one server, reducing costs by 50%+
• Supports Node, Rust, Python, Django, Rails, and static sites
• Includes basic Postgres for non-enterprise needs
• API key access instead of SSH key management
• Runs on cloud VMs, Raspberry Pis, or on-prem hardware
• Built-in horizontal scaling for load distribution
• Optional managed service for hassle-free hosting

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nix-mcp-servers – MCP server Nix package repo [Developer Tools]

3 points, 1 comments

A Nix package repository for MCP servers, simplifying installation on NixOS and enabling direct execution on Linux/macOS with Nix.

• Simplifies installation of MCP servers on NixOS
• Allows running binaries directly from the flake on Linux/macOS
• Supports MCP servers like github-mcp-server that can't be run with uvx or npx

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I tried making YouTube safer for my kids [Life Assistant]

10 points, 5 comments

YouTube safety tool for kids.

• Focuses on making YouTube safer for children
• Parental control features likely included
• Customizable content filtering

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Soundscapes and Lofi Player [Audio]

3 points, 3 comments

A website for playing public domain soundscapes and lofi music.

• Offers soundscapes and lofi music
• All sounds are in the public domain
• Open-source (GitHub repo available)

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SQLTest.online: A free, interactive SQL practice platform I built [Education]

3 points, 1 comments

Free interactive SQL practice platform for learning and improving SQL skills.

• Hands-on exercises from basic to advanced SQL topics
• Free to use
• Personal project developed by the creator

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Lately ADHD Journey Planner [Productivity]

3 points, 3 comments

ADHD-focused journey planner to help with daily planning and task management.

• Designed specifically for ADHD users
• Focuses on daily planning and task management
• Aims to improve productivity and organization

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Converge, the daily AI word association game [Entertainment]

5 points, 3 comments

Converge is a new daily AI word association game where players try to connect their chosen word to the daily word in eight steps.

• Players start with any word and the AI begins with the daily word.
• The goal is to meet in the middle within eight attempts.
• Inspired by the creator's previous game, Reactle, which was taken down due to DMCA claims.
• Designed as a fresh, engaging alternative to word games like Wordle.

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An intentionally annoying app to break doomscrolling [Productivity]

7 points, 0 comments

An app designed to disrupt doomscrolling by introducing annoying interruptions like dancing cats or enforced breaks.

• Disrupts addictive app usage with timed delays and annoying visuals
• Offers customizable wait times (2, 5, 15, 30 minutes) before accessing apps
• Enforces mandatory 15-minute breaks if users try to extend usage
• Built using Compose Multiplatform
• Helps users reduce screen time through behavioral nudges

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A free movies and series randomiser [Entertainment]

6 points, 1 comments

A free, ad-free movie and series randomizer web app originally developed in Cordova.

• No ads or monetization, completely free
• Originally had a paid "PRO" version but now fully open
• Minor bug fixes and browser compatibility updates
• Uses GoatCounter for basic page tracking
• Open to feedback for future improvements

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I turned GitHub contributions into a retro battle game [Entertainment]

5 points, 0 comments

A retro arcade-style battle game that simulates fights between GitHub profiles based on contribution stats.

• Uses GitHub contribution stats (commits, streaks, activity) to determine battle outcomes
• Supports challenges between users, online matchmaking, or pre-loaded opponents
• Provides post-battle breakdowns of the stats used
• Live demo available at epicdevbattlesofhistory.com
• Closed-source side project for visualizing GitHub activity in a fun way

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Browser Router – Open links in different browsers based on URL rules [Productivity]

10 points, 3 comments

Open links in different browsers based on URL rules with custom link handling for Windows.

• Intercepts HTTP and HTTPS links
• Opens links in different browsers
• User-defined URL rules
• Windows-compatible

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Simple time tracking and invoicing for freelancers and small agencies [Business]

4 points, 0 comments

Simple time tracking and invoicing tool for freelancers and small agencies.

• Easy time tracking
• Invoicing functionality
• Designed for freelancers and small teams

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Teach Your Parents Smartphone [Education]

4 points, 1 comments

A tool to help parents learn smartphone apps through step-by-step tutorials at their own pace.

• Provides step-by-step tutorials for practicing smartphone apps
• Allows learning at a comfortable pace without pressure
• Open-source codebase available for customization
• Aims to build confidence in using technology
• Safe space for repeated practice without judgment

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