BetterTerminal
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BetterTerminal
Work smarter with a custom Mac terminal
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Problem
Developers and tech professionals currently deal with standard, often uncustomizable terminals which limit productivity and do not adapt to their workflow preferences. The standard, often uncustomizable aspect is a major drawback.
Solution
BetterTerminal, a customizable tool for Mac, serves as an enhanced terminal workspace. It allows users to modify prompt settings, choose themes, and set command aliases to streamline their development process. The core features include the ability to customize prompt, theme, and command aliases.
Customers
The primary users are developers, system administrators, and tech-savvy individuals who frequently utilize terminal applications on Mac and seek a more optimized and personalized interface.
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Unique Features
The unique aspect of BetterTerminal is its heavy customization capability, specifically tailored for the Mac terminal environment, including in-depth adjustments for prompts, visual themes, and command aliases.
User Comments
Simplifies daily tasks
Great customization options
Enhances productivity
Visual appeal with themes
Easy setup and use
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt with positive feedback, but specific number of users, revenue, and version details are not disclosed.
Market Size
The customization software market for development environments is growing. The low-code development platform market alone—a related category—was valued at $13.2 billion in 2021.
QuakeNotch, Quake Terminal on Notch
mac, macbook, notch, terminal, terminal emulator, mac app
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Problem
Users have an underutilized MacBook Notch that serves no functional purpose, leading to wasted screen space and a lack of productivity-enhancing features.
Solution
A macOS app that transforms the MacBook Notch into a quake-style terminal emulator with Apple Music integration, enabling users to access a drop-down terminal and control media directly from the notch area.
Customers
Developers, power users, and macOS enthusiasts who prioritize productivity and seek innovative ways to leverage hardware features.
Unique Features
Exclusive use of the MacBook Notch as a functional utility hub, combining terminal access and media controls in a visually integrated design.
User Comments
Innovative use of the notch
Seamless terminal access
Useful Apple Music integration
Enhances workflow efficiency
Cute and practical design
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt (Oct 4, 2023) with 66+ upvotes, positioned as a niche tool for macOS power users.
Market Size
The global macOS user base exceeds 100 million active devices, with developers and power users representing a key niche segment.
AI Terminal
Your terminal, but smarter
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Problem
Users encounter cryptic errors not explained in plain English in traditional terminal emulators, leading to time-consuming debugging processes and reliance on external resources for fixes.
Solution
A terminal emulator with built-in AI error analysis that automatically detects errors and provides plain English explanations and fix suggestions, supporting local (private) or cloud (fast) AI processing.
Customers
Developers, system administrators, and DevOps engineers who frequently use command-line interfaces and need efficient debugging tools.
Unique Features
Local AI mode prioritizes privacy by processing data offline; cloud AI ensures faster analysis. Combines terminal functionality with real-time AI-driven error resolution.
User Comments
Reduces debugging time significantly
Local AI mode ensures data privacy
Clear error explanations improve productivity
Cloud AI is fast but requires internet
Learning curve for non-technical users
Traction
Launched on Product Hunt with a 14-day free trial; built with Qt/C++ for high performance. Specific revenue/user metrics not publicly disclosed.
Market Size
The global terminal emulator software market is projected to reach $2.1 billion by 2030 (Grand View Research, 2023).
When They Work
Quick check that they are working?
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Problem
Users need to determine if a specific country or city is within working hours given their own time zone.
Using existing methods such as manually comparing time zones can be cumbersome and error-prone.
manually comparing time zones
Solution
A tool
allows users to quickly check whether the specified country or city is in working hours
check whether the specified country or city is in working hours
Customers
Remote workers, freelancers, global business professionals
who frequently interact with international clients or colleagues
demographics include people aged 25-45, typically tech-savvy and working in industries that require international coordination
Alternatives
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Unique Features
Automatically calculates and annotates commute time in all other time zones based on the user's current time zone.
User Comments
The tool is extremely convenient and easy to use.
Saves time by eliminating the need for manual time zone calculations.
Useful for setting up meetings across different time zones.
Some users wish it had more integration with calendar applications.
A few users experienced discrepancies in time computation.
Traction
Listed on ProductHunt
Received positive feedback from initial users
Specific metrics such as number of users or MRR not provided
Market Size
The global time zone conversion software market is substantial, with the need for remote work and global coordination; remote working tools market observed significant growth with $7 billion in 2023.
Pastel Mac Folder Icons
Aesthetic folder icons to customize your Mac desktop
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Problem
Users have plain, default Mac folder icons, resulting in a generic and uninspiring visual experience and lack of personalization options for their desktop aesthetics.
Solution
A downloadable pack of aesthetic folder icons that users can easily install via drag-and-drop, replacing default folders with pastel designs to enhance desktop visual appeal (e.g., 5 soft pastel icons with tutorial PDF).
Customers
Mac users, particularly designers, creatives, and minimalism enthusiasts seeking to personalize their workspace with visually cohesive setups.
Alternatives
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Unique Features
Pastel-themed icons tailored for minimalist aesthetics, zero dependency on third-party apps, and instant installation via drag-and-drop.
User Comments
Loves the simplicity and aesthetic upgrade
Wishes for more icon variations
Appreciates the no-app installation
Requests additional color themes
Praises the tutorial clarity
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt with 5 curated icons, includes PDF tutorial; exact revenue/user metrics undisclosed but targets niche Mac customization market.
Market Size
The global icon pack market is estimated at $1.2 billion, driven by demand for UI/UX customization among 100M+ active Mac users.
Problem
Companies struggle to connect and hire top-quality software developers and designers remotely and on-demand, which can result in extended hiring processes and suboptimal team compositions.
Solution
Works is a Web3 work platform and talent network leveraging AI to match companies with highly skilled software developers and designers for remote and on-demand engagements.
Customers
Tech companies and startups seeking top-tier software developers and designers for remote and flexible working arrangements.
User Comments
Not enough data available to summarize user comments.
Market Size
Data on the specific market size for AI-driven Web3 work platforms is not readily available.
Work from where
Most powerful dashboard for sharing team work locations
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Problem
Teams struggle to share their working locations effectively, leading to a lack of transparency, connection, and engagement.
Teams lack transparency, connection, and engagement due to the inefficiency in sharing working locations.
Solution
Dashboard tool for sharing team work locations
Users can share their working locations easily, enhancing transparency, boosting connection, and fostering engagement.
Customers
Remote teams, hybrid teams, team leads, project managers
Team leads, project managers from remote and hybrid teams.
Unique Features
Enhanced transparency through shared working location updates
Boosted connection and engagement for remote and hybrid teams
User Comments
Easy and effective way to stay connected with team members
Great tool for hybrid teams looking to improve collaboration
Traction
Launched recently with positive user feedback
Growing user base, expanding feature set
Market Size
Global remote work technology market was valued at approximately $71.83 billion in 2020.
Custom Billing Software
Custom billing software that adapts to how you work
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Problem
Businesses manually create invoices, track payments, and manage billing workflows with generic tools or spreadsheets. Time-consuming processes, lack integration with business tools, and limited customization options lead to inefficiencies and errors.
Solution
Custom billing software where users customize invoices, automate billing processes, integrate with ERP/CRM tools, and manage global payments through a unified platform. Example: Auto-recurring invoices, multi-currency payment tracking, and custom report generation.
Customers
Freelancers, small-to-medium businesses (SMBs), agencies, and e-commerce businesses requiring scalable, flexible billing solutions to handle client invoicing, tax compliance, and cross-border transactions.
Alternatives
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Unique Features
Tailored invoice templates, workflow automation based on business rules, API integrations (e.g., Salesforce, QuickBooks), and multi-currency payment processing with real-time collaboration features.
User Comments
Saves hours on invoice generation. Integrates smoothly with accounting tools. Global payment handling simplifies cross-border transactions. Customizable workflows adapt to business needs. Mobile-friendly interface improves on-the-go access.
Traction
Used by 500,000+ businesses globally. Supports 30+ payment gateways and 17 languages. Founder/CEO has 5K+ LinkedIn followers. Integration with 30+ third-party tools (e.g., Shopify, Zapier).
Market Size
The global invoicing software market is projected to reach $12.5 billion by 2030, growing at a 9.1% CAGR from 2023 (Grand View Research).
Don't Work
10-part series exploring: what happens when you don’t work?
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Problem
Lack of understanding and exploration of personal identity beyond work
Solution
An exploration series challenging the concept of personal identity tied to work through a 10-part series, 'Don't Work', by a recovering startup executive.
Customers
Professionals seeking to redefine their identity and purpose beyond work responsibilities
Unique Features
The series provides a unique narrative that challenges the traditional narrative of work defining one's identity.
Market Size
Market size cannot be determined as it is a content-based series and not a product with a direct revenue model.
Lofi Radio for Mac
Mac app with lofi beats and Pomodoro timer
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Problem
Users struggle to manage separate apps for background music and productivity tools, leading to workflow interruptions and reduced focus efficiency.
Solution
A Mac app combining lofi beats streaming and Pomodoro timer, offering menu bar controls, a floating player, and MacOS integration for uninterrupted workflow management. Example: Play curated lofi music while automatically cycling 25-minute work/5-minute break sessions.
Customers
Students, remote workers, and freelancers who prioritize deep focus sessions and use MacOS devices regularly.
Alternatives
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Unique Features
Native Mac integration (menu bar controls/floating player) and automatic Pomodoro-driven music cycling without browser tabs or external apps.
User Comments
Enhances focus during work sessions
Appreciates native MacOS integration
Likes Pomodoro timer synced with music
Prefers minimalist interface
Values curated lofi playlists
Traction
Featured on Product Hunt (exact stats unlisted in input). Marketed as 'perfect focus companion' with recent macOS Sonoma compatibility update.
Market Size
The global $58.3 billion productivity apps market (Grand View Research 2023) includes demand for integrated focus tools like this product.