Ask HN: What are you working on? (March 2025)

Posted by david927 3/30/2025

What are you working on? Any new ideas that you're thinking about?

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LordRatte 3/31/2025|

I am developing a dataset and research tool for Algebraic Structures.

https://j-stubbs.gitlab.io/algebraic_structures/

It's all very POC right now but the idea is to eventually add many improvements including documenting the Python API.

randysalami 3/31/2025||

Working on a work distribution network for medium to large size organizations. Some unique design and architectural decisions allow for ease of use and ease of scale. It has legs and I think a real shot at competing with applications like Workday, Asana, and Gloat. I’m planning on going full-time with it next week!

jokoon 3/31/2025||

Some minimalist tactical shooter, similar to counter strike. Low poly graphics, bullet drop, and other things. On Godot.

davidtos 3/31/2025||

I am still working on Java bindings for io_uring https://github.com/davidtos/JUring

The goal is to bring fast random read/writes to Java. Fun project with lots of great challenges around performance while maintaining a nice API.

BSTRhino 3/30/2025||

https://easel.games/about

A 2D game programming language that lets you code multiplayer like singleplayer. My dream is for it to be a super-engaging way for teenagers to get into coding because everything they make they can actually play with other people.

rikroots 3/31/2025||

Still writing a Dev Runbook for my canvas library. I forgot how much of a monster it's become over the years ... https://github.com/KaliedaRik/Scrawl-canvas/pull/119

fzwang 3/30/2025||

Divepod - comp sci education program based on advisory model[1]. Instead of a fixed curriculum, each student is paired with an advisor who follows their interests and adapt the learning plan as they go. Something I wished I had as a teenager.

[1]https://www.divepod.to

block_dagger 3/31/2025||

Working on writing my first novel after years of (part time) planning. I’m finding it difficult to do the actual writing, but trying to stick with it. I don’t naturally enjoy the writing process vs writing code, which has been my primary endeavor for 20 years. Advice from other engineer/writers appreciated.

keizo 3/30/2025||

Still https://grugnotes.com — an htmx/old school but also ai first notes app. Recently added some cursor style features. Best use case is training and workout generations right now. Mostly think about how to make ai useful for every day things.

throwawayscimap 3/30/2025|

A team of researchers and I are building a data visualization tool to help understand the impact of proposed NIH cuts:

https://scienceimpacts.org/

Pretty fun to see how easy it is to put together a decent website on a shoestring budget (R2 hosting, all react frontend)

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