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Show HN: MacGlow – macOS app to sync brightness across Mac and all Monitors
5 months ago
- Black Friday discount: Use code BLACKFRIDAY2025 for 30% off
- Sync brightness across Mac and connected monitors
- Manual Mode: Control each display's brightness independently
- Compatible with MacBook Air, Pro, iMac, and Mac Mini (MacOS 12.4+)
- Lifetime access with free updates forever
- Contact information provided for inquiries
Open source YouTube Content Blocker based on words
5 months ago
- FilterTube helps users control their YouTube experience by blocking unwanted content, channels, and distractions.
- New in version 3.0.3: Block channels directly from the 3-dot menu, improving user experience.
- Keyword filtering allows blocking videos with specific words in titles or descriptions.
- Channel blocking includes options to block by Handle or Channel ID, with a 'Filter All Content' mode.
- Productivity features include hiding Shorts and comments to reduce distractions.
- Privacy-focused: All filtering happens locally in the browser with no tracking.
- Dashboard provides stats on time saved and easy management of blocklists.
- Ideal for parents, students, or anyone wanting to avoid algorithm-driven feeds.
Show HN: I Built Tinyfocus – A Minimal Tool to Help Solo Founders Focus
5 months ago
- A productivity dashboard called Tinyfocus helps users focus on their top 3 daily tasks, milestones, and quick notes.
- Key features include Pomodoro timer, analytics, gamification with badges, recurring tasks, smart tagging, and sharing/export options.
- Users can sign up quickly, set tasks, and start tracking progress with built-in tools.
- Testimonials highlight its simplicity and effectiveness for solo founders and freelancers.
Show HN: ReadyKit – Superfast SaaS Starter with Multi-Tenant Workspaces
5 months ago
- Solo Flow provides instant workspaces with no setup required.
- ReadyKit offers multi-tenant workspaces, Stripe billing, OAuth authentication, and production-ready UI blocks.
- Features include workspace isolation, team collaboration tools, and automatic query scoping.
- Prebuilt components include hosted checkout, subscription lifecycle management, and TOTP 2FA.
- Easy setup with a three-command process and support for local dev or Docker production.
- Developer-friendly with workspace scoping helpers and auto-filtered queries.
- Open-source MIT license allows for building and selling without restrictions.
- Optional billing hooks and isolated data for users.
How AI is transforming work at Anthropic
5 months ago
- AI is significantly transforming work at Anthropic, with engineers using Claude for debugging, code understanding, and implementing new features.
- Productivity gains are notable, with employees reporting a 50% boost in productivity and using Claude in 59% of their daily work.
- Engineers are becoming more 'full-stack,' tackling tasks outside their core expertise, but concerns about skill atrophy and supervision persist.
- Claude is handling increasingly complex tasks autonomously, requiring less human input over time.
- Workplace dynamics are shifting, with Claude replacing some human collaboration, impacting mentorship and social interactions.
- Career uncertainty is prevalent, with engineers unsure about the long-term trajectory of their roles in an AI-augmented workplace.
- The study highlights both the benefits and challenges of AI integration, including productivity gains, skill transformations, and social dynamics.
Fizzy
5 months ago
- Fizzy uses Webhooks to send events to tools like Slack or Campfire.
- Fizzy is a modern, fast, and straightforward kanban tool for tracking bugs, issues, ideas, and small projects.
- Fizzy offers a free tier for tracking up to 1000 things, with a paid option at $20/month for unlimited cards and users.
- Fizzy is open-source, allowing users to run it on their own servers or modify the code.
- Fizzy does not currently support importing data from other services like Basecamp or Trello.
- Every card created in Fizzy counts towards the 1000-card limit, even if deleted later.
- Fizzy focuses on simplicity and speed, avoiding AI features and unnecessary bloat.
Show HN: Fresh – A new terminal editor built in Rust
5 months ago
- Installation Methods: Via npm (recommended), npx (quick test), Cargo (from source), or pre-built binaries from GitHub.
- Discovery & Ease of Use: Features native UIs, full Menu system, Command Palette, and seamless transition from graphical editors.
- Modern Extensibility: Plugins written in TypeScript, run securely in sandboxed Deno environment, access modern JavaScript ecosystem.
- Zero-Latency Performance: Engineered for speed, near zero-latency experience, handles multi-gigabyte files without slowdown.
- Comprehensive Feature Set: Includes file management, editing tools, search & replace, navigation, views & layout, LSP support, productivity tools, and extensibility via plugins.
Zmx: Session Persistence for Terminal Processes
5 months ago
- zmx is a tool for persisting terminal shell sessions (pty processes) allowing users to attach and detach without killing the session.
- It supports native terminal scrollback and multiple clients connecting to the same session, restoring previous terminal state and output upon reattachment.
- Works on Mac and Linux, requires Zig for building, and focuses solely on session persistence, deferring window management to the OS.
- Usage includes commands for attaching, detaching, listing, and killing sessions, with specific examples provided for starting sessions with different applications.
- Integration with SSH is highlighted as a first-class feature, enabling multiple terminal sessions with auto-reconnect capabilities via autossh.
- The tool uses Unix sockets for communication between daemon and client processes, leveraging libghostty-vt for terminal state restoration.
- Configuration is currently minimal, with logs and socket files stored in /tmp/zmx, aiming for simplicity and maintainability.
- Inspiration drawn from similar projects like shpool and abduco, emphasizing lightweight session persistence without the overhead of full terminal multiplexers like tmux.
Show HN: A Minimal Monthly Task Planner (printable, offline, no signup)
5 months ago
- Minimal Monthly Task Planner for mapping your month and keeping a lightweight log.
- Features include staying on the current month, jumping to today, sharing month links, and choosing Monday or Sunday as the week start.
- Monthly notes with inline editing, saved locally in your browser.
- Clean A4 layout, dark/light themes, and PDF export in one click.
Show HN: Vibe Commander
5 months ago
- Vibe Commander is an Interactive Vibe Environment (IVE) that wraps around your AI Assistant CLI.
- It allows users to stay in the same terminal tab for their entire session.
- Features include a File Tree with Git status, a Viewer with syntax-highlighted code and diff view, and a Terminal for running commands.
- Keyboard shortcuts include Alt+1 for File Tree, Alt+2 for Viewer, Alt+3 to toggle Terminal, and Alt+A to launch AI Assistant.
- Navigation shortcuts include arrow keys, Enter to open files, and / for search.
- Additional commands include Alt+T to cycle themes, Ctrl+H for help, and Ctrl+Q to quit.
- Supports multiple themes like Midnight Miami, Piña Colada, Lobster Boy, Feral Jungle, and Vampire Weekend.
- Requirements: Go 1.24+, 256-color terminal, and optionally a Nerd Font for file icons.
- Install via `go install` or build from source with `git clone` and `go build`.
- MIT License.
Principles of Slack Maximalism
5 months ago
- Slack Maximalism is a method for managing live operations by extensively using Slack.
- Principle 1: The Atomic Channel - Each channel should have a single, clear purpose.
- Principle 2: To Each their Channel - Every person and group should have their own dedicated channel.
- Principle 3: Use Channels as Work Queues - Treat channels as queues for work items with discussions in threads.
- Principle 4: Pipe Incoming Work to Slack - Automate external work items into Slack channels.
- Principle 5: Use Explicit Statuses for Long Work Items - Assign reactions to track item statuses.
- Principle 6: Use Channels and Automations to Build Workflows - Create complex workflows using multiple channels and automations.
- Principle 7: Replace DMs with Channels - Prefer channels over direct messages for transparency.
- Principle 8: Onboard Your External Stakeholders to Slack - Use Slack Connect or guest access for external communications.
- Principle 9: Use LLMs to Index Information - Automate the structuring and searching of Slack data.
- Principle 10: Embrace the Flood of Channels - Manage numerous channels by categorizing, hiding, and muting as needed.
- Slack Maximalism is best suited for high-intensity operations, not for maker's schedule work.
Claude Code Tips
5 months ago
- Customize Claude Code's status line to show useful info like model, current directory, git branch, and token usage.
- Use voice transcription for faster communication with Claude Code, even with local models.
- Break down large problems into smaller, solvable sub-problems for better results.
- Let Claude handle Git and GitHub CLI tasks, including commits, branching, and PR creation.
- Start new conversations for fresh context to maintain performance.
- Use terminal aliases for quick access to frequently used commands.
- Proactively compact context to free up space and maintain conversation quality.
- Run risky or long-running tasks in containers to isolate potential issues.
- Use Claude Code as a writing assistant by providing context and iterating on drafts.
- Markdown is highly efficient for writing with Claude Code, especially when combined with tools like Notion.
- Clone conversations to branch off without losing the original thread.
- Use realpath for absolute file paths when referencing files in different folders.
- Understand the differences between CLAUDE.md, skills, slash commands, and plugins for better organization.
- Conduct interactive PR reviews with Claude Code for detailed and paced feedback.
- Use Claude Code for research, leveraging its ability to access and process various information sources.
- Verify Claude's output by having it write tests, check its own work, or use visual tools like GitHub Desktop.
- Employ Claude Code for DevOps tasks, such as diagnosing GitHub Actions failures.
- Keep CLAUDE.md simple and concise, adding only what you frequently repeat.
- Treat Claude Code as a universal interface for various digital tasks, from coding to data analysis.
- Choose the right level of abstraction for tasks, balancing between high-level and detailed approaches.
Emacs is my new window manager
5 months ago
- Author uses Emacs as a window manager by running it in full-screen mode.
- Emacs is installed on a minimal Ubuntu Server VM to keep work and personal life separate.
- The .xinitrc file is configured to launch Emacs directly, bypassing traditional window managers.
- Emacs handles tasks like file editing, web browsing (via w3m or eww), and running external applications (e.g., xterm).
- For web browsing, the author uses text-based browsers within Emacs but can launch graphical browsers when needed.
- The setup includes custom functions to organize windows for tasks like IRC, RSS feeds, and Twitter.
- Ratpoison and DWM are suggested as lightweight window manager alternatives for better browser integration.
- The author shares tips for configuring Ratpoison to avoid keybinding conflicts with Emacs.
- Footnotes include additional setup details like installing ispell and VirtualBox extensions.
Show HN: Web app that lets you send email time capsules
5 months ago
- Resurf acts as a time capsule for your thoughts, notes, and ideas.
- It resurfaces your captured thoughts via email when you want them back.
- Focused on mid-term memory, not immediate or long-term tasks.
- Allows scheduling to revisit thoughts at a later time.
- Currently free to use during the beta period.
Optimize for momentum
5 months ago
- Progress is driven by momentum, which makes daunting projects feel manageable.
- Momentum works like rocking a stalled truck—small, rhythmic pushes get it moving.
- Daily engagement with a project keeps your brain engaged and ideas fresh.
- Design workflows to stay in motion; don't wait for perfect conditions.
- Break tasks into tiny, trivial steps to build momentum and avoid feeling stuck.
- A messy start is better than no start—action precedes clarity.
- Use LLMs to break large problems into smaller, actionable subtasks.
- A ten-minute timer helps overcome inertia by making starting easier.
- Work on the most appealing part of the project to maintain interest and progress.
- Momentum is built through consistent, small efforts over time.
Has the cost of building software just dropped 90%?
5 months ago
- The cost of building software has dropped significantly due to AI agentic coding tools.
- AI agents reduce labor costs by automating tasks like writing test suites and converting business logic into APIs.
- Projects that previously took a month can now be completed in a week with AI assistance.
- Jevons Paradox suggests that cheaper software production will lead to increased demand for software solutions.
- Domain knowledge remains crucial, as human oversight ensures quality and efficiency in AI-assisted development.
- The combination of business domain experts and developers using AI tools can create highly effective teams.
- AI tools are improving rapidly, with newer models like Opus 4.5 showing better performance and understanding.
- Engineers are encouraged to embrace AI tools to stay competitive, as the industry is expected to change rapidly by 2026.
- AI tools are not just for greenfield projects; they can also help understand and improve legacy codebases.
New Pebble Device
5 months ago
- Pebble Index 01 is a wearable ring designed to capture and store thoughts instantly.
- Features include a microphone, button for recording, and Bluetooth for syncing with a phone.
- The device is private, requiring no internet, and processes data locally on the phone.
- Available in 3 colors and 8 sizes, with a pre-order price of $75, increasing to $99 later.
- Battery lasts up to years, and the device is water-resistant and made from stainless steel.
- Supports over 99 languages for speech-to-text and integrates with smartwatches like Pebble.
- Customizable actions via button clicks or voice commands, with open-source software for transparency.
- Future plans include expanding functionality with AI agents and more customizable actions.
- No subscription required, and the device is designed for privacy and ease of use.
Making macOS Bearable
5 months ago
- The author describes their experience transitioning from Arch Linux to macOS and the challenges they faced with macOS's default interface.
- They highlight the inefficiency of visual search in macOS's Mission Control and prefer shortcuts and fuzzy finding for navigation.
- To improve window management, they use Aerospace, a tiling window manager that replaces macOS's Spaces with deterministic workspaces.
- They customize their development workspace with Ghostty and Tmux, using root bindings to bypass the default prefix and streamline window switching.
- They developed a Rust tool called 'ws' to manage projects with a fuzzy finder and stack-based history for seamless context switching.
- The author advocates for modal editing and linguistic efficiency in text manipulation, contrasting it with modern OS design's visual clutter.
- They use Vimium for browser navigation and Homerow for system-wide 'look and type' navigation to minimize mouse usage.
- The goal is to create a seamless, efficient computing experience that feels like an extension of the body.
My productivity app is a never-ending .txt file (2022)
5 months ago
- Jeff Huang has been using a single text file as his main productivity system for 14 years.
- He integrates his calendar with his text file, scheduling even non-fixed tasks to manage future plans.
- Every night, he transfers the next day's calendar items to his text file to create a daily todo list.
- The text file serves as a comprehensive record of completed tasks, meeting notes, and ideas.
- He uses consistent writing styles and tags (e.g., #idea, #annual) for easy searching and organization.
- Email management involves a simple flagging system (Red, Orange, Yellow) to prioritize tasks.
- His system allows for easy tracking of daily accomplishments and future tasks without overwhelming lists.
- The flexibility of a text file enables quick updates, searches, and statistical calculations.
- He emphasizes controlling workload by adjusting future commitments and reducing unnecessary tasks.
GenTabs
5 months ago
- Disco is introducing new AI features for the web.
- GenTabs is Disco's first web discovery feature.
- GenTabs transform open tabs into custom, interactive apps based on user goals.
- Examples of GenTabs applications include exploring the solar system, planning trips, creating meal plans, and planning gardens.

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Show HN: MacGlow – macOS app to sync brightness across Mac and all Monitors

Open source YouTube Content Blocker based on words

Show HN: I Built Tinyfocus – A Minimal Tool to Help Solo Founders Focus

Show HN: ReadyKit – Superfast SaaS Starter with Multi-Tenant Workspaces

How AI is transforming work at Anthropic

Fizzy

Show HN: Fresh – A new terminal editor built in Rust

Zmx: Session Persistence for Terminal Processes

Show HN: A Minimal Monthly Task Planner (printable, offline, no signup)

Show HN: Vibe Commander

Principles of Slack Maximalism

Claude Code Tips

Emacs is my new window manager

Show HN: Web app that lets you send email time capsules

Optimize for momentum

Has the cost of building software just dropped 90%?

New Pebble Device

Making macOS Bearable

My productivity app is a never-ending .txt file (2022)

GenTabs