I've missed out on an awesome computer that I could use for a project because figuring out value took too long. Users paste a listing and receive a value grade, dated component estimates and a shareable report. AI reads the listing but my custom built price engine determines the grade (updated every day). Self financed and working now. Looking for feedback re: scoring, interface, and if its helpful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tpft--x3WlI
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freediddy 3 days ago|
Respectfully, taking a URL and pasting that into chatgpt and asking it whether this is a good deal gives an excellent response and much faster. It also works in multiple regions. If this is a just a fun side project, then very cool but if you are looking to monetize this, I don't think you should be investing in it.
adlep 3 days ago||
Fair point. The difference I’m aiming for is an answer backed by concrete, current market data, especially when your wallet is involved. PDC checks component prices daily, uses AI to read the listing, then applies consistent pricing rules to produce the grade. You can see the component estimates, when they were checked, and verify them yourself.
For example, Gemini recently gave me SSD prices well below what Micro Center was actually charging. When I pushed back, it apologized and simply agreed with my number instead. An answer that changes when you push isn’t one I’d trust with my money.
AI combined with current market data is a powerful combination, and that’s what we’re building into a quick, repeatable service. The estimates aren’t perfect, but every issue we identify and fix helps us improve it. t’s like asking AI to pick stocks versus giving it live market data: one is guessing and estimating, the other is working from facts.
adlep 2 days ago||
Quick update on the “why not just ask a chatbot” point: alerts are now live. The first one went out today: A verified B+ deal with the part-by-part breakdown and a link to the retailer. That’s the part a chat can’t do for you while you’re not asking.
vivzkestrel 3 days ago||
- make a product that is global and not USA centric and you ll win half the planet
adlep 3 days ago|
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adlep 3 days ago||
Apologies in advance for any usage quota messages. I have set a daily $$$ limit.
guruhat 3 days ago||
there were a few firefox pluggins I though that direction was easier because then I didn't had to switch tabs, but this is great.
adlep 3 days ago|
Thank you, this is a start. The service will get much better with feedback and use cases. I appreciate your support.
SirFatty 4 days ago||
Very cool... appreciate the work put into this!
adlep 4 days ago|
Thank you, feel free to bookmark and use as at least some point of reference.
robinpie 4 days ago||
I really appreciate the lightweight website!
adlep 3 days ago|
Thank you please bookmark and use. Drop us a line in case of any issues!
snvzz 3 days ago||
Neat, except power supply (a very important part) is being ignored.
adlep 3 days ago|
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gianlucaromano2 3 days ago||
i think you have the potential
adlep 3 days ago|
Thank you very much. The site can get better with use. I can only check for so many things and now its up to users to tell me what needs improvement. I hope the service will be useful for your applications.
BatFastard 4 days ago|
Great site! Nicely laid out, clear results.
I was disappointed to see Costco selling high margin PCs.
BatFastard 4 days ago|
One more thought, as you build up links and get an idea of who is selling lower margin PCs, you could recommend those sites. Perhaps even earning a small commission. Doing a service and making a little cash, win win.
adlep 4 days ago||
that is the intent as well as paid for deal alerts for B and A rated offers. Please use the site and let me know if youll get any problems! We will get much better with use and feedback! Lets not get ripped off! I expect more demand as local llm users buy out more.