Show HN Daily Selection (2025-06-14)
- Tattoy – a text-based terminal compositor
- Qrkey – Offline private key backup on paper
- I wrote a BitTorrent Client from scratch
- Dead simple clock for hidden menubar users
- StellarSnap – Explore NASA APODs, simulate orbits, learn astronomy
- Tidalbase – Pair programming platform for solo devs and open source
- curlmin – Curl Request Minimizer
- GetHooky – a language-agnostic Git hook manager
- I built a cleaner YouTube – no ads, sponsors, or doomscrolling
- TypeScript DSL for expressive AWS SNS filters as type-safe code
- Timerge – Smart, effortless break reminder for macOS
- Swift Scribe: On-device AI scribe using Apple's new Foundation Models
- Claude Slash Command Suite inspired by Anthropics best practices guide
- Your Technical Voice
- Job Compass – AI agents that help you find jobs, not replace you
Tattoy – a text-based terminal compositor [Developer Tools]
145 points, 42 comments
A terminal compositor enhancing text contrast and experimenting with new terminal protocols.
- Uses WCAG 2.1 contrast algorithm for better text visibility
- Acts as a polyfill for new terminal protocols, enabling experimentation beyond ANSI codes
- Designed as an aesthetic and functional project for terminal enthusiasts
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Qrkey – Offline private key backup on paper [Consumer Tech]
59 points, 35 comments
Offline private key backup solution using QR codes printed on paper.
- Stores private keys securely offline
- Uses QR codes for easy scanning and recovery
- Paper-based backup for enhanced security
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I wrote a BitTorrent Client from scratch [Developer Tools]
184 points, 44 comments
Built a BitTorrent client from scratch as a programming challenge.
- Created as a personal stretch goal after learning programming in late 2023
- Implemented core BitTorrent protocol functionality
- Self-directed project to test and improve coding skills
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Dead simple clock for hidden menubar users [Productivity]
3 points, 0 comments
A minimal app that displays the current time in a screen corner for users with hidden menu bars.
- Always-visible time display
- Customizable time format
- Customizable font style
- Free on the Mac App Store
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StellarSnap – Explore NASA APODs, simulate orbits, learn astronomy [Education]
3 points, 0 comments
StellarSnap is an ad-free platform for exploring NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) and learning astronomy.
- Clean APOD archive browser with a Random APOD button
- Growing Glossary with term highlighting
- 2D Orbit Simulator with real physics
- Expanding Encyclopedia
- Features like "see past APODs using this term"
- Ad-free, cookie-free, and unaffiliated with NASA
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Tidalbase – Pair programming platform for solo devs and open source [Developer Tools]
6 points, 0 comments
Tidalbase is a pair programming platform designed to connect solo developers and open-source contributors for focused, one-hour coding sessions.
- Facilitates skill-based matching using GitHub activity and repositories
- Offers scheduled, one-hour coding sessions ("tides")
- Free for open-source projects
- Aims to spark collaboration and motivation among solo devs
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curlmin – Curl Request Minimizer [Developer Tools]
6 points, 0 comments
A CLI tool that minimizes curl commands by removing unnecessary headers, cookies, and query parameters while preserving functionality.
- Removes redundant headers and cookies from copied curl commands
- Retains only essential parameters for successful requests
- Useful for cleaning up Chrome DevTools' "Copy as cURL" output
- Helps identify necessary authentication and session cookies
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GetHooky – a language-agnostic Git hook manager [Developer Tools]
22 points, 10 comments
Git hook manager that works across different programming languages.
- Language-agnostic
- Manages Git hooks
- Simple setup
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I built a cleaner YouTube – no ads, sponsors, or doomscrolling [Video]
12 points, 9 comments
A cleaner, ad-free YouTube alternative with SponsorBlock, distraction-free playback, and no suggested videos or comments.
- No ads, sponsors, intros, or filler content
- Works by replacing "youtube" with "skipcut" in video URLs
- Supports background play, dark mode, and playlist sharing
- No login or installation required
- Blocks suggested videos and comments to prevent doomscrolling
- Includes download/share buttons and local history
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TypeScript DSL for expressive AWS SNS filters as type-safe code [Developer Tools]
3 points, 0 comments
TypeScript DSL for creating expressive and type-safe AWS SNS filters.
- Enables type-safe AWS SNS filter definitions
- Provides expressive syntax for filter creation
- Integrates with TypeScript for compile-time safety
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Timerge – Smart, effortless break reminder for macOS [Productivity]
3 points, 0 comments
Smart, effortless break reminder for macOS.
- Designed for macOS users
- Provides automatic break reminders
- Focuses on simplicity and ease of use
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Swift Scribe: On-device AI scribe using Apple's new Foundation Models [Developer Tools]
10 points, 0 comments
Swift Scribe is an on-device AI scribe app leveraging Apple's Foundation Models for local-first transcription.
- Runs entirely on-device with zero cloud dependencies
- Built using Apple's new Foundation Model Framework for easier development
- Supports optional cloud model integration for complex tasks
- Currently limited by a 4,096 context window
- Demonstrates potential for local-first AI applications
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Claude Slash Command Suite inspired by Anthropics best practices guide [Developer Tools]
4 points, 0 comments
A collection of professional slash commands for Claude Code, inspired by Anthropic's best practices, to streamline software development workflows.
- Comprehensive code reviews with security and performance analysis
- End-to-end feature development (planning, implementation, testing)
- Architectural analysis and design pattern assessment
- Security audits and vulnerability scanning
- GitHub issue resolution with root cause analysis
- Performance optimization and build improvements
- Predefined workflows via slash commands (e.g.,
/project:code-review) - Customizable markdown-based commands for team-specific needs
- Easy installation via interactive script (project-specific or global)
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Your Technical Voice [Business]
9 points, 2 comments
A service that curates and publishes your technical knowledge into a professional email newsletter.
- Converts scattered online content (social media, Slack, Discord) into a structured newsletter
- Handles sourcing, editing, and publishing while maintaining your tone
- Helps build an owned audience (email list)
- Offers managed newsletter services for founders and consultants
Job Compass – AI agents that help you find jobs, not replace you [Business]
28 points, 46 comments
AI agents that help job seekers connect with hiring managers instead of competing in application piles.
- Finds hiring managers for LinkedIn jobs
- Analyzes profile fit for targeted outreach
- Generates personalized messages to decision-makers
- Uses LangChain + OpenAI for job parsing
- Built with Next.js + Supabase
- Custom contact discovery algorithms
- Users report 70% higher response rates