ChatGPT
ChatGPT Academic Assistant: Free Extension for Scientific Research
ChatGPT - Free Academic Extension for Scientific Research Work
Hazem Abbas
Medical Doctor by trade, but also a software developer. Linux Avid user. I write primary; open-source medical apps, dev tools and libraries I use, and off-topic like horse riding.
docconv - Converts PDF, DOC, DOCX, XML, HTML, RTF, etc to plain text with Go
docconv is a free Go wrapper library to convert PDF, DOC, DOCX, XML, HTML, RTF, ODT, Pages documents and images (see optional dependencies below) to plain text. See go help install for details on the installation location of the installed docd executable. Make sure that the full path to the
Telegram
Telegram: The Messaging App Shaping Global Communications in Times of Crisis
In an era where digital communication platforms can make or break the flow of information during critical times, Telegram has emerged as both a hero and a subject of controversy. The famous messaging app, founded by Pavel Durov, has become an essential tool in conflict zones while simultaneously raising significant
SEO
Why IndexNow is a Must-Enable Feature for Websites After November 2024
IndexNow is essentially a supercharged notification system for search engines. Developed by tech giants Microsoft and Yandex, it's like having a personal assistant that immediately tells search engines, "Hey, new content just dropped!" If you're a blogger, developer, or content creator who wants their
SEO
Surviving IndexNow - 10 Free IndexNow Plugins and Scripts to Boost Content Indexing
As a web developer, you're probably familiar with the challenges of getting your fresh content quickly indexed by search engines. IndexNow is an open-source protocol that revolutionizes this process by providing a direct, programmatic way to notify search engines about content changes. IndexNow acts like a direct phone
latex
Eisvogel - Free App To Convert Markdown to PDF and LaTeX The Easy Way
Eisvogel is a free and open-source pandoc LaTeX template that enables you to convert markdown text into PDF, or LaTeX document. It is designed for lecture notes and exercises with a focus on computer science. The template is compatible with Pandoc 3. Features * Custom Template Variables * LaTeX manages addons and
Guide
Home Office Hacks: 12 Steps to Stay Focused While Managing Noise and Chaos
The Ultimate Guide to Working From Home (Without Going Full Vader on Your Family) 12 Steps You Need to Do, Manage The Noise, Distractions and Focus
WordPress
SureCart The New Free eCommerce To Replace The WP eCommerce King: WooCommerce
WordPress continues to dominate online retail solutions, with WooCommerce leading since 2011. While WooCommerce remains the powerhouse plugin for online stores, SureCart has emerged as a fresh alternative, promising a simpler approach to eCommerce. Users increasingly seek lighter, more streamlined solutions, creating space for alternatives like SureCart. This shift reflects
SEO
Google First Page Clutter: New Improvements or a Nightmare?
As Google's first-page results become increasingly cluttered with ads and irrelevant content, users are exploring alternative search engines. The frustration with Google's bloated search results has created opportunities for competitors to gain market share. These alternative search engines attract users by offering cleaner interfaces and more
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
15 Open-source Free Offline-first AI Art Generation Tools and Apps , alternative to to DALL-E and MidJourny
AI Art Generation: The Ultimate Guide for Creators and Developers
Productivity
Tabula OCR - Free Tool to Extract Tables from PDF Files for Windows and macOS
Tabula is a free self-hosted lightweight tool that enables you to read and extract table data from PDF files easily. Because it is written using Java, It works for Windows, Linux and macOS. How to use Tabula? 1. Upload a PDF file containing a data table. 2. Browse to the
The Decline of Google's Search Quality - How Users Struggle with Search Result Changes (When Finding Real Answers Becomes a Treasure Hunt)
Remember when Google was like your trusty digital sidekick—always ready to serve up exactly what you needed with lightning speed? Well, something's changed, and I'm betting you've noticed it too. The Search Result Rollercoaster Let's talk about the elephant in the
LLM
19 Open-source Free RAG Frameworks and Solution for AI Engineers and Developers - Limit AI Hallucinations
After covering dozens of AI tools over the years—from simple chatbots to sophisticated enterprise solutions—I'm excited to share what might be the most significant advancement in AI development: RAG systems. Whether you're a developer looking to build better AI solutions or an end-user wondering
ocr
Boost Productivity with These 17 Free Open-Source Screen OCR Tools, a Must Have Tool for Every Day Users
As an active user, I would like to think of it like having a super-smart assistant who can look at any text – even in pictures or scanned documents – and read it out loud to you. It's pretty magical when you think about it! The OCR part (that'
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
LLM-Aided OCR - Get More Accurate OCR Outputs with this Open-source App
Sometimes, traditional OCR just doesn’t cut it. I’ve tried several tools in the past to get accurate results, but they often fell short. With the power of LLMs and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), though, you can achieve much more precise and well-designed outputs—just like the project I’m
Productivity
Scribe OCR - Free Web OCR That you can Self-host
Scribe OCR is a free, web-based application designed to help you extract text from images, proofread OCR data, and create fully digital documents. Whether you’re dealing with scanned PDFs, books, or any other document, Scribe OCR makes the process smoother and more accurate. You can try it out live
CMS
Making Git-Based Markdown CMS More Accessible for Non-Developers - It is Getting far Enough
Why Git-Based CMS Aren’t Quite Ready for Everyone – A Developer’s Take
CMS
Pagekit’s Rise and Fall: Is It Truly Dead?
Pagekit was a sophisticated and modular CMS that once stood out for its elegance and functionality, built using Symfony components and Vue.js. It reflects over a decade of work, dedication, and the unwavering support of a small but incredibly passionate community. Clean Interface and Many Features It featured a
Static Generator
Two Years with Hexo: A Solid Static Generator, but Needs Serious Improvements
As a web developer who prioritizes open-source solutions, I have been using Hexo extensively for personal projects before considering it for larger, production-level use cases, including a horse riding blog. I personally like it, as it is simple, fast, with markdown support, and easier workflow. While Hexo is a battle-tested
AI Art
DiffusionBee AI Art Generator for macOS: The New Update is 3 Times Faster, but Quality Suffers (From Excitement to Disappointment)
The new update supports multiple models and offers more creative tools, but the output quality has significantly declined compared to previous versions. Only the old "Stable Diffusion" mode produces acceptable results. As a user for nearly two years, I find the current results disappointing. Before diving into the
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI Trends and Technologies: 7 Components Changing the Game - Your Guide to the Building Blocks of Modern AI
As the new wave of AI apps and trends is reshaping the way we live, work, and innovate, thanks to a set of powerful tools and technologies driving its remarkable capabilities. At the core of this transformation are components that enable machines to understand and generate human-like text, retrieve accurate
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Streamline Your Workflow: How The Self-Hosted Free DocsGPT Makes Project Documentation Easy
DocsGPT is a self-hosted open-source tool designed to simplify finding information in project documentation by using GPT models. It allows developers to ask questions directly and receive precise answers, reducing the need for manual searching. DocsGPT aims to enhance productivity by making project documentation more intuitive and accessible. This project
EMR
Why Haven't We Seen New Open-Source EMRs (Electronic Medical Records) in the Last Decade?
Let's talk about something that's been bugging me: why is the world of open-source Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) feeling a bit... stuck? 🤔 Imagine trying to build a spaceship while following a million different rulebooks, working with limited funding, and competing against giant tech companies. Welcome to
React
Is Bare-Bones the New Aesthetic? Discover 10 Unstyled CSS Frameworks for Modern Development
Imagine a CSS framework that's basically like a set of LEGO blocks for your website – totally naked and waiting for YOUR creative magic! That's what unstyled CSS frameworks are all about! Instead of shoving pre-designed looks down your throat, these frameworks are like, "Here'