CouchDB: A Developer's Perspective
We wanted to use CouchDB's replication features for a mobile app's offline-first approach, which is great in theory. Unfortunately, the performance became a real bottleneck with larger data sets, and …
Finally found a calendar app that just works
CalendarWiz has completely replaced my old system of sticky notes and missed appointments. The daily/weekly/monthly views are super clean and customizable, and I love how it syncs seamlessly with my …
Does the job, but Apple's sunsetting support is frustrating
For playing .mov and .mp4 files on a Mac, QuickTime Player is still a reliable, no-frills option that's already on your system. The trimming and rotate features are handy for …
Great for Quran study, but a bit clunky on modern Windows
Ayat is genuinely impressive for a free tool - having multiple translations and tafsirs side-by-side is fantastic for serious study. The interface is clean and intuitive for basic navigation, though …
Great for quick API tests but needs polish
RequestB.in is fantastic for quick API debugging and mocking responses, especially with its clean interface and code snippet generation. However, the GraphQL support feels half-baked compared to REST, and the …
A frustrating step back from other RSS readers
I switched to Feedly hoping for a more modern experience, but it feels clunky and overcomplicated. The interface is visually clean but navigation is slow, and the free tier is …
Essential for Dual Monitor Users
As someone with a dual monitor setup (both Dell U2722H models), this software has been a game-changer. The ability to quickly swap between custom display modes for work vs. creative …
Powerful but Painfully Unforgiving to Newcomers
I needed a free program for occasional streaming and screen recording for work demos. While OBS Studio is incredibly powerful and free, the learning curve was a massive wall. The …
A clean, powerful, and free RSS reader that just works
Fluent Reader has become my go-to for managing dozens of news and blog feeds. The interface is beautifully minimal and customizable, making long reading sessions a pleasure. I especially appreciate …
Used to be great, now it's just an ad-filled mess
I've been using MX Player for years, but the recent updates have ruined it. The app is now bloated with intrusive video ads and even pushes unrelated content before playing …