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•4mo ago
Castify - Voting, Made Simple
Castify is an app that lets users create polls, vote, and view the results. Users can search for different polls, use the results to collect data, and do it anonymously. It makes voting simple. This is a fast, low-code build to validate the idea.
•4mo ago
Will ProductHunt ever launch a job board?
I think if ProductHunt launched a job board to connect community members with early and established companies, it could have many benefits, such as:
Solving the unemployment crisis in tech right now by employing people with companies that are in need to scale new products
Growing ProductHunt's usage by attracting the job market to use the tool daily to discover new products and network
What do you think?
•11mo ago
Are developers losing the race to no-code/vibe-coding?
I'm a developer. And as a developer, I probably have a huge disadvantage: I see every product with an overly critical, perfectionist mindset. Meanwhile, no-code and AI tools are making it easier than ever to build software without technical skills. But here's the paradox: this shift favors non-technical makers over developers. Why? Because they don t care (or even think) about: that slow query that might crash under load; that pixel-perfect UI; that memory-hungry process; tha non-DRY code; that perfect payment integration; Etc... I know what you're thinking: "Dude, just build an MVP and launch fast." But that's not my point. Even if I try to move fast, as a developer, it's hard to unsee the flaws. So here's my real question: Are we in an era where people with fewer technical skills are actually at an advantage? To me, it definitely feels like an advantage for non-technical makers.
•11mo ago
Can we add a DM feature to ProductHunt? Would anyone use this?
There are creators I would love to reach out to and network with within the platform for ease of access, logging, and sharing launch details.
Could we add the ability to DM fellow contributors on Product Hunt?
Would anyone use this?
•11mo ago
Are developers losing the race to no-code/vibe-coding?
I'm a developer. And as a developer, I probably have a huge disadvantage: I see every product with an overly critical, perfectionist mindset. Meanwhile, no-code and AI tools are making it easier than ever to build software without technical skills. But here's the paradox: this shift favors non-technical makers over developers. Why? Because they don t care (or even think) about: that slow query that might crash under load; that pixel-perfect UI; that memory-hungry process; tha non-DRY code; that perfect payment integration; Etc... I know what you're thinking: "Dude, just build an MVP and launch fast." But that's not my point. Even if I try to move fast, as a developer, it's hard to unsee the flaws. So here's my real question: Are we in an era where people with fewer technical skills are actually at an advantage? To me, it definitely feels like an advantage for non-technical makers.
•11mo ago
Do developers even need to "learn to code" anymore?
For years, "learn to code" was a golden rule for career growth. But with AI assistants writing entire functions, debugging code, and even generating full applications, is traditional coding knowledge still essential?
Will the future of development be prompt engineering rather than coding?
Will AI make deep knowledge of algorithms and system design more important, while reducing the need for syntax memorization?
If AI does the coding, what skills will become most valuable for future developers?
•11mo ago
What's the best way to approach building an app/webapp with AI? (getting stuck on UI design)
I tend to just get an idea, and try to use AI now to get a basic framework. Then after kinda aim to get the core functionality down before moving towards UI and Design...however I often get stuck once it's on UI design as I can never get it the way I like.
As I try to add more features I kinda get lost in the code and then break other things and eventually either abandon the app or simply decide to keep it super simple at the expense of features.
Does anyone have any recs or process that could help in my app making journey? TIA!!
•11mo ago
Build an audience first, or launch and grow later?
This is probably one of the most debated topics in the startup world: Should you build an audience before you launch, or is it better to launch first and grow your audience afterward? I ve seen both approaches work, but each comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. - Building an audience first means you're creating buzz, validating your idea, and nurturing a community of early adopters who are invested in your success. But it takes time, patience, and a lot of effort to keep the momentum going before you even have a product to show. - Launching first lets you hit the ground running, gather real-world feedback, and iterate quickly. But without an existing audience, you might struggle to get those initial users and traction. So, indulge me: Which approach did you take or are you considering taking (those who haven't launched yet)? - Did you build an audience before launching your product, or did you launch and then focus on growth?
- What worked (or didn't work) for you?
- If you could go back, would you do it differently? Share your story with us so we can all learn from each other. There's someone here who could benefit from your experience. ----- P.S: If you're a growth-stage founder struggling with churn or stagnant customer acquisition (usually because of poor positioning and messaging), I'd love to help. I specialize in crafting impactful marketing strategies tailored specifically to your product so you can start seeing the results you deserve. Connect with me on LinkedIn today. Can't wait to hear from you!
•11mo ago
Build an audience first, or launch and grow later?
This is probably one of the most debated topics in the startup world: Should you build an audience before you launch, or is it better to launch first and grow your audience afterward? I ve seen both approaches work, but each comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. - Building an audience first means you're creating buzz, validating your idea, and nurturing a community of early adopters who are invested in your success. But it takes time, patience, and a lot of effort to keep the momentum going before you even have a product to show. - Launching first lets you hit the ground running, gather real-world feedback, and iterate quickly. But without an existing audience, you might struggle to get those initial users and traction. So, indulge me: Which approach did you take or are you considering taking (those who haven't launched yet)? - Did you build an audience before launching your product, or did you launch and then focus on growth?
- What worked (or didn't work) for you?
- If you could go back, would you do it differently? Share your story with us so we can all learn from each other. There's someone here who could benefit from your experience. ----- P.S: If you're a growth-stage founder struggling with churn or stagnant customer acquisition (usually because of poor positioning and messaging), I'd love to help. I specialize in crafting impactful marketing strategies tailored specifically to your product so you can start seeing the results you deserve. Connect with me on LinkedIn today. Can't wait to hear from you!
•12mo ago
I'm the Product Hunt CEO - tell me your tagline and I'll fix it for you :)
I m the @Product Hunt CEO, I ve launched 7 times on PH, and helped countless friends prep their launches. The most common mistake I see is a confusing tagline. Launching on Product Hunt soon? Tell me your tagline and I ll fix it for you :)
•12mo ago
Hey it's Drew! Seeking all open source web developers!
My name is Drew Gallagher and it's nice to meet you! Here's a little bio about me: Full Stack Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience leading and building high-performance web applications across diverse industries. Proven ability to deliver impactful solutions that improve user efficiency, reduce costs, and deliver company ROI. Expertise in front-end, back-end, and cloud development with a strong focus on building scalable, secure, performant, and maintainable applications. Passionate about mentoring and fostering a collaborative development environment. If you are looking to collaborate on new ideas or validate a product, reach out and I am happy to help! PS: I built an open source REST API to abstract regex and make development easier for everyone. It's in it's early stages and I'm looking for fellow developers! Here are the links below to get involved and learn more about the project. If you struggle with Regex and want to help make developers lives easier, join the cause! https://github.com/drewg2009/rea...
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•12mo ago
Pitch your product with max 5 words. Can you?
Vaizo - Maximize crypto gains with AI Whats yours? If you can do with less than 5 words, you have my respect lol :P
•12mo ago
Hate working with Regex? Try my API that makes it simple
If you struggle with maintaining, reading, and understanding cryptic regex code, this post is for you! This weekend I built an open-source API called Readable Regex that lets you do common string manipulation tasks (like validating emails or extracting numbers) with simple API calls, and with no complex regex required! Gemini helped me generate a lot of the code (a lot of which I didn t want to write yet again from scratch), handle tricky stuff like URL encoding, and even write this article. It was a super cool experience that showed me how AI can make coding faster, easier, and more fun. Support the launch here https://www.producthunt.com/post...
•12mo ago
Readble Regex - Regex REST API for easier codebase maintenance of regex
An open-source REST API called Readable Regex that lets you do common string manipulation tasks (like validating emails or extracting numbers) with simple API calls. Reduces regex maintenance in codebases and improves code readability.
•3yr ago
Tabs Genie - Sorts chrome tabs automatically in the background
Tabs Genie sorts your chrome extensions in the background so you don't have to.
Set how often you want your tabs to sort, and get back to getting work done.
Tabs Genie helps you stay organized and lets you keep working without worrying about sorting tabs.
•2yr ago
Guess My Breed - Fun challenging dog guessing game
Challenging guessing game where you try to guess as many dog breeds within the given time.
If you get stuck you can request hints and you can zoom in.
More features, animals, and experiences to come!