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Re: on Sunday August 02, 2026 @06:10AM (#49142949)
This is a way for folks to use make explainer videos from their github repos.

paste your public URL and your get a video that looks exactly like the UI of the app you built. if you are brave enough to try it am looking forward to connecting with you.

Show HN: Idea validation using real problem discussions

https://startupmapafrica.com/idea-validation

While working on new startup ideas, I realized I was often assuming problems existed without actually seeing how people described them in the wild.So I built a small tool that lets you describe a startup idea and then surfaces real conversations where people discuss that problem.It’s meant to help with early problem discovery before building an MVP.Faster access to real signals. Feedback is...

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Re:African Startup Events Calendar (2025–2026) on Friday January 02, 2026 @07:17AM (#46464057)
I compiled an Africa-focused startup events calendar for 2025–2026 (in-person conferences, summits, pitch events, meetups). I’m building a larger directory around it (startups/investors/funding), but I’m posting this page because it’s the one I personally needed.

If you run events or know great ones I missed, I’d love pointers. Also curious: what would make an events page like this more useful (filters, cities, reminders, etc.)?

Show HN: Simpleformapp – A lightweight form and table tool for lead capture

https://www.simpleformapp.com/

Hi HN,I built Simpleformapp to replace my Jotform + Airtable workflow. I was paying $58/month just to capture and manage leads — it worked, but felt like overkill.So I made something simpler: - Create clean forms - View/manage submissions in a table - No bloat or complex pricingIt’s live and I use it daily to run my business. Would love any feedback — UX, performance, feature ideas, or thoughts...

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Re:My Prep Master on Tuesday September 03, 2024 @10:51AM (#41435519)
We are helping students pass their exams using multiple-choice questions.

I would like help on places I can get users. I am currently approaching bootcamps to publish questions based on their courses. I have been able to onboard 62 users in 3 weeks using this strategy.

Re:An operating system for cohort bases schools on Sunday May 30, 2021 @03:53AM (#27331454)
I am trying to automate the learning and management process for a cohort based school. I am launching here with the hope that I will get feedback to improve.