Hacker News (Show HN) alternatives
Other places to launch if Hacker News (Show HN) is not the right fit: the same kind of site, or one that suits the same audience.
Hacker News (Show HN): Show HN is the section of Hacker News where people share things they have made. Below, 14 alternatives. Platforms whose link we checked on real listings come first; the rest are alphabetical, not ranked.
DevHuntDeveloper tools, APIs and open-source projects.Dofollow (on the 2 listings we checked)OpenAlternativeOpen-source projects that replace a well-known paid product.Nofollow (on the listing we checked)DEV CommunityDeveloper tools explained through a useful technical post.Not checked yetHackerNoonTechnical and startup stories, with your product as part of the story.Not checked yetHashnodeDeveloper tools explained through technical writing.Not checked yetIndie HackersBootstrapped founders who want to share the story and numbers behind a product.Not checked yetLobstersTechnical projects, once a member invites you.Not checked yetPeerlist LaunchpadMakers who already have a Peerlist profile and network.Not checked yetReddit r/SaaSSaaS founders sharing lessons and asking for feedback.Not checked yetReddit r/SideProjectSide projects and first versions looking for early feedback.Not checked yetSideProjectorsSide projects, and makers looking to sell or find collaborators.Not checked yetSourceForgeOpen-source projects and business software looking for downloads and reviews.Not checked yetStackShareDeveloper tools and infrastructure products.Not checked yetAback LaunchThis is usFounders who want lasting search visibility rather than a one-day spike.Dofollow once our badge is on your site
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