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I'm Raihan, a developer from Bangladesh. I built ToolsAid because I was tired of using ad-filled, slow utility sites that often upload sensitive data (like JWTs or JSON configs) to their servers for processing.

ToolsAid is a privacy-focused, all-in-one developer toolkit.

Key Features:

    Privacy-First: For sensitive tools like the JSON Formatter, JWT Decoder, and RSA Key Generator, the logic runs entirely in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.

    Blazing Fast: The backend is built with Golang, making the site incredibly lightweight and fast.

    40+ Utilities: Includes SQL Playground, Visual Cron Job Generator, Regex Tester, and even a Branded QR Code Generator for freelancers.

    Ad-Free: No ads, no signups required.

Link: https://toolsaid.com

Eureka, a home appliance manufacturer, has launched two new robotic vacuum cleaners and a floor steamer stick vacuum. The new products are designed to provide efficient and convenient cleaning solutions for residential and commercial spaces.

ImgTo3D.ai is a web-based tool that allows users to convert 2D images into 3D models. The tool uses advanced machine learning algorithms to generate 3D renderings from a single image, enabling users to create 3D assets for various applications.

The article explores the nature of time, examining its perception, measurement, and the philosophical and scientific theories surrounding it. It delves into the concepts of the arrow of time, entropy, and the implications of time's asymmetry in the universe.

The article explores the premise of a middle-aged man mysteriously regaining his youthful appearance and the personal and social implications that arise from this unexpected transformation.

The article discusses the concept of aliasing in programming, where a variable can refer to the same data as another variable. It explains the benefits and potential pitfalls of using aliases, and provides guidance on when and how to effectively utilize this feature.

California Governor Gavin Newsom proposes a new tax on the state's wealthiest residents, aiming to generate revenue and address income inequality. The plan faces opposition from some legislators and the business community, but Newsom argues it's necessary to fund critical services and programs.

Messaging apps Signal and WhatsApp are now working on T-Mobile's satellite network, enabled by SpaceX's Starlink. This development aims to provide reliable communication services, even in areas with limited cellular coverage.

This article explores the prevalence and characteristics of long COVID, a condition where individuals experience persistent symptoms after initial COVID-19 infection. It examines the impact of long COVID on individuals, healthcare systems, and the broader societal implications.

The article discusses the significance of miracles and their power to inspire faith. It highlights the importance of recognizing and understanding miracles as manifestations of divine intervention, and encourages individuals to embrace the transformative potential of these extraordinary events.

This repository provides a list of self-hosted software and web applications that can be hosted on your own server or cloud instance, offering an alternative to cloud-based services and giving users more control over their data and privacy.

I wanted to share a TikTok without my username going with it and popping up to the receiver, or TIkTok's advertising backend. What started as a simple question turned into a rabbit hole.

TikTok's links embed referrer parameters that identify who shared the link. Facebook's share link wrapper includes session hashes. YouTube's `si=` parameter likely logs the share against your profile. Etc. Etc. Etc. Etc.

Each platform implements this differently, and they change their schemes regularly. So I built a secure modular cleaner with a constantly updating database, after carefully inspecting the behavior of each platform.

The app uses a deny-by-default security model. If it doesn't recognize a parameter, it gets stripped. Behavior is configurable, and I tried to make it as self-explanatory as possible, and hopefully educational about exactly what the app does on your behalf and exactly what the platforms are doing with their parameters.

I feel like there's a kind of "physics" to internet interaction we used to understand intuitively. Click a link, go to a page. Share a link, send a URL. But platforms have been eroding this. Now sharing means sending a URL + your identity + session context + attribution metadata, all encoded in ways we can't read.

I built PrivateLink to scratch my own itch for that transparency, paired with one-touch sharing integration. The app shows you what's in the link, what gets stripped, and why. The goal isn't just "clean URLs" — it's understanding what happens when sharing from any app.

Available on iOS and Android, with a free version that cleans TikTok and Facebook shortlinks specifically, and a $0.99 pro unlock for any website.

Any and all feedback greatly appreciated!

The article discusses the importance of kindness and how it can have a positive impact on both the giver and the recipient. It explores the personal and societal benefits of cultivating a kind mindset and treating others with compassion.

The article presents findings from a study that used machine learning to analyze satellite imagery and detect global changes in forest cover over the past two decades. It highlights the potential of this approach to provide more comprehensive and up-to-date information on the state of the world's forests.

PawSense is a software application that detects and blocks cat paw input on computer keyboards, preventing accidental keystrokes and damage. The software analyzes keyboard activity patterns to distinguish between human and feline input, allowing users to continue working uninterrupted by their pets.

Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been accused of 'rugging' his own meme-inspired cryptocurrency, $CRINGE, by allegedly selling off a large portion of the coin's supply and causing its value to plummet.

I built proc because I was tired of: - Googling "how to find process using port" every time - The cognitive load of lsof -i :3000 | grep LISTEN | awk '{print $2}' - Forgetting which flag does what in ps aux

proc uses natural patterns: proc on :3000 # What's on port 3000? proc kill node # Kill all Node processes proc ps --in # Processes in this directory proc tree -a 1234 # Where did this process come from?

Written in Rust, works on macOS/Linux/Windows.

GitHub: https://github.com/yazeed/proc Install: brew tap yazeed/proc && brew install proc

Happy to answer questions!

The article discusses the formation of a new coalition of technology companies, civil society organizations, and government agencies to address issues around harmful content, misinformation, and privacy on the internet. It highlights the need for a collaborative approach to tackle these complex challenges and the potential impact of this coalition on the future of the internet.

The article discusses the development of GRU (Gated Recurrent Unit), a type of recurrent neural network used in various natural language processing tasks. It explores the technical details and applications of GRU, highlighting its advantages over traditional recurrent neural networks.

The article highlights the most interesting monitors showcased at CES 2026, including displays with advanced features like high refresh rates, HDR support, and ultra-wide aspect ratios, catering to the needs of gamers, content creators, and professionals.

The article discusses three common misconceptions about power and justice: that power is inherently corrupting, that those in power are solely responsible for injustice, and that the solution to injustice is simply to replace those in power. It argues that a more nuanced understanding of power dynamics and collective responsibility is necessary to address systemic issues effectively.

Google has announced the launch of Gemma, a new open-source scope for C++ development. Gemma aims to provide a modern, extensible, and cross-platform solution for building, testing, and analyzing C++ projects.

The article discusses the benefits of AI-assisted development, highlighting how it can enable developers to achieve faster development speeds without sacrificing features or functionality. It explores how AI-powered tools and techniques can streamline various aspects of the development process, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.