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tomaisthorpeon List of Tools for Bootstrappers

These kind of lists are really useful in helping you find tools you wouldn't normally come across and I'll definitely check out some of these links!

It's just better being upfront with any bias you may have.

tomaisthorpeon List of Tools for Bootstrappers

There's a few affiliate links.

It looks like the author also added Blog Planner[1] to the list which they wrote, it uses the same GA account ID. You should really disclose these things. I don't have an issue with using affiliate links, but I think should clearly disclose them.

[1] https://blog-planner.com/

tomaisthorpeon Ask HN: Who is hiring? (January 2018)

We’re looking for a talented developer to join our growing team. We work with a range of global brands, providing development resources for their marketing and creative departments.

We are a young company but no longer a start-up. Our company has grown 700% over the last 12 months and offers a great/stable environment for you to work.

You will be expected to work with a diverse range of technologies both solo and in a team. Your work will be often showcased as part of marketing/retail campaigns with major exposure.

Email me with anything at all: tom@codesigned.co.uk

tomaisthorpeon Finding the best ticket price – Simple web scraping with Python

Useful article, I use lxml myself. Find that this is a good resource: http://jakeaustwick.me/python-web-scraping-resource/

tomaisthorpeon Real-time UK Bus Data Ruby Gem

In Leeds, First Bus do give real-time info. Wonder why it's different here...

tomaisthorpeon National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

We have a Nightline at University of Leeds for anyone to call for anything. It's a great thing for people who just need someone to talk to. Whether they're feeling suicidal or just a bit stressed over exams.

And the number is on the back of every student ID, which means anyone can find their number really easily.

tomaisthorpeon Save your eyes, start using f.lux

I never even realised flux was still installed. Definitely helps my eyes at night, and I never even notice its on.

tomaisthorpeon Power surges in Britain caused by millions of people making tea [video]

Brits use electric kettles. I think I know one person that uses a kettle on a stove, and she uses gas.

tomaisthorpeon Philips to Sell iOS-Controlled LED Light Bulbs Exclusively Through Apple Stores

Wasn't there a Kickstarter project doing the exact same thing a few month ago?

tomaisthorpeon Whatthekeycode.com - quickly find a js keycode for any key

This needs fixing. Would love to have this in my bookmarks, otherwise I'd just forget about it.

tomaisthorpeon Goodfilms Goes Mobile

I'd check your post date ;)

tomaisthorpeon Show HN: RaterLater - A plugin that actually gets users to share on Facebook

Looks like they are the same company then. raterlater.com is registered for Dave Matthews. Who is listed on Shopobot blog.

I suppose it's a good sign that they like their own product.

tomaisthorpeon Show HN: RaterLater - A plugin that actually gets users to share on Facebook

I'm a bit confused. Are you the same company as http://www.dailycred.com/?

I can't find any mention of each other on either site. It looks like you're hotlinking their Bootstrap files?