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On Odd Lots, some guests are more perfect than others

networked • 71 implied HN points • 03 Mar 26
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  1. A public web app pulls Odd Lots episodes, transcribes them, and extracts guests' predictions so people can track outcomes and see who was most accurate. The results aren’t perfect, so users can flag errors.
  2. AI-first tools like Lovable can turn an idea into a working product in hours by stitching together integrations (transcription, verification, hosting) and lowering the technical lift for non-developers.
  3. The same capability to index and resurface throwaway comments makes past public statements easily searchable and verifiable, creating new privacy and accountability risks that can expose people years later.

Launching CivicMapper: Visualizing Land Values in 3D

Progress and Poverty • 2001 implied HN points • 10 Dec 25
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  1. CivicMapper is an interactive 3D mapping tool that extrudes each parcel into bars to show land and property values and highlights vacant or underutilized lots.
  2. The visualizations expose where high land values don’t match existing development, revealing economic potential and guiding policies or planning moves like land value taxes or incremental building to close the gap.
  3. The tool depends on assessor data that can have anomalies, but it will expand to more cities, datasets, and analytic features while improving performance and accuracy over time.

Cellar Door

Logos • 19 implied HN points • 13 Aug 24
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  1. The project, Cellar Door, aims to find the most beautiful word in English by using a voting system based on people's preferences. It's a fun way to see which words people like the most.
  2. They initially struggled with a word list that included silly terms, but switched to a more reliable source to ensure the app only features valid words. The process of cleaning up the data is ongoing.
  3. The use of AI tools like OpenAI's API has made coding easier and more efficient for developing apps. However, there's still a need for better platforms to help non-technical users create their own apps with less confusion.

Introducing the Axie Game Stats Discord Bot!

The Lunacian • 230 implied HN points • 16 Oct 24
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  1. The Axie Game Stats Discord Bot is now live, helping players track in-game stats for different Axie games like Origins and Classic.
  2. You can use commands to find individual player stats, guild performance, and even recent match history easily in Discord.
  3. The bot is new and will keep getting updates and features. Players are encouraged to share feedback to help improve it.

Duplicating Published Decks

Pine • 19 implied HN points • 11 Apr 24
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  1. You can now duplicate published decks in your own Pine workspace. This makes it easier to use existing materials and adapt them for your needs.
  2. When duplicating, you can choose how to manage existing decks, like merging new cards or replacing them completely. This gives you control over your content updates.
  3. There are other improvements, like faster loading times for your workspace and better thumbnail generation for sharing on social media. These updates make the platform more user-friendly.
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Resurrecting Swing Desktop Apps on the Web

jDeploy Newsletter • 84 implied HN points • 05 Mar 24
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  1. It is possible to resurrect old desktop applications, like ArgoUML, by converting them into web apps using tools like jDeploy and CheerpJ.
  2. When transitioning desktop apps to the web, functionalities like accessing local files and the clipboard may need modifications to align with web app behavior.
  3. Adding cloud storage integration and improving download functionalities can enhance the usability and user experience of old Swing apps on the web.

Announcing the Zapier App for Sort: Automate Your Data Workflows!

Database Engineering by Sort • 7 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
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  1. Sort is a platform that helps manage and change data easily without much hassle. It makes sure your database is accurate and up to date.
  2. With the new Zapier app, you can connect Sort to many other applications to automate tasks. This saves a lot of time and reduces errors since you don't have to do everything manually.
  3. Setting up automations is simple and requires no coding skills. You can start using it right away to improve your workflows.

A free way to edit PDFs? Yes, please.🙏

My Home Office Hacks • 0 implied HN points • 24 Nov 25
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  1. SimplePDF lets you edit PDFs for free without creating an account, so you can avoid forced sign‑ups and paid upgrades.
  2. The Rocketbook New Core reusable spiral notebook is highlighted as a reusable notes option and is on a Black Friday deal around $27.99.
  3. The post keeps a casual Thanksgiving vibe with Adam Sandler's song and reminds readers they can claim a free post or subscribe for paid content.

ChromeGPT is Live on Product Hunt!

polymathematics • 0 implied HN points • 31 Mar 23
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  1. ChromeGPT is a new Chrome Extension that allows you to chat with GPT from any website. This makes it easy to get AI assistance while browsing.
  2. It was one of the first extensions launched shortly after ChatGPT came out. The developer found it powerful and helpful for various tasks.
  3. Users can try the extension for free for a week before deciding to subscribe. This gives people a chance to see how it works.

Winding down some projects

Expand Mapping with Mike Morrow • 0 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
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  1. Winding down projects can help clear your mind and spark new creativity. It feels refreshing to have a clean slate.
  2. The author decided to shut down some web applications that were not heavily used. It felt like a waste to keep them running without much purpose.
  3. Getting rid of unneeded projects can open the door for new ideas. It's good to let go of things that no longer inspire you.