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July 24th, 2024

Show HN: NoteTech – Create personal automations by writing notes

NoteTech is a platform enabling users to create automations and tools through natural language notes. Currently in Beta, it invites users to join for access and community updates.

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Show HN: NoteTech – Create personal automations by writing notes

NoteTech is a platform that allows users to create personal automations and tools by writing notes, effectively enabling programming through natural language. The process involves two simple steps: writing a note that describes a program and completing the task. This approach democratizes programming, making it accessible to anyone who can articulate a program in words. Users can build various types of technology, including Autos (automations that run automatically), Tools (programs that run on-demand), and Applets (interactive mini-apps, which are coming soon). NoteTech is currently in its Beta phase, inviting users to sign up for access. The platform also emphasizes the integration of AI and APIs to enhance daily life by simplifying the creation of tech that connects various services, such as email. Interested individuals can join the Beta program and receive a code via email, as well as participate in a Discord community for updates.

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AI: What people are saying
The comments on NoteTech highlight user interest and concerns regarding the platform's capabilities and availability.
  • Users express excitement about personal automation tools and the potential of AI in enhancing user experience.
  • Several comments mention the unavailability of NoteTech in various countries, particularly in Canada and parts of Europe.
  • There are requests for additional features, such as documentation, a desktop version, and the ability to automate phone activities.
  • Some users inquire about the underlying technology, specifically whether an LLM is used to generate automation code.
  • Feedback includes suggestions for improving user interface elements and testing functionalities before deployment.
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By @skybrian - 6 months
Could write some documentation with some examples of common commands?

Otherwise, it seems like “guess the verb” in a text adventure.

[Oops, edited before I saw the reply.]

By @teachmetolearn - 6 months
Love the UX, AI is unlocking a completely new ux paradigm and kudos to you for pushing it forward!
By @nbbaier - 6 months
This is interesting. I assume you're using an LLM to generate the code that runs these automations? Like "compiling" the prompt to code?
By @shireboy - 6 months
Fun related anecdote. I learned to program Amiga BASIC when I was around 12 by copying games from the back of Amiga magazine. At the same time, my sister was learning to read and write. As a nerdy big brother, I set out to write something where she could type plain english instructions and it would do what she typed. Playing Zork made this seem very feasible at least to my 12 year old mind. I never finished the project, but have been thinking about something like this again lately.
By @pyinstallwoes - 6 months
This is cool in a similar way that Forth is cool.
By @jwong_ - 6 months
Interesting idea. I liked the AI button, but had difficulty even finding it since you need to click into a line item before you can see it.

Also, I wanted to "test" my work before deploying it, but that seems not possible?

By @smusamashah - 6 months
The video shows actions on external services. Can NoteTech be used to automate phone activities e.g. "Turn phone silent from 10pm to 6am" , "When John is calling, ring at full volume" ?
By @piyushtechsavy - 6 months
Seems pretty interesting. What are the external services that you are supporting currently. Also can I add some API calls with this?
By @hexcase - 6 months
Not available in Canada unfortunately. I'm excited to see, always looking for personal automation tools
By @stefanyas - 6 months
It's not available in my country via Play Store - any chance of enabling? I'm in Serbia.
By @lloydatkinson - 6 months
This looks just like "programming with english" that comes up every few years.
By @Brajeshwar - 6 months
Is there a desktop version planned? Watched the video. I'd love to have a Desktop version.
By @nsonha - 6 months
hi, I could not find it in play store in Australia, but I really like the idea and love to try. Would it be possible for you to send an apk to my email (about)?
By @breck - 6 months
1. Could you make a web version? (I don't own a smartphone).

2. Are you looking for investors?

By @poulpy123 - 6 months
Looks interesting. But you should add a note that it is not available in Europe (or at least France) for Android
By @devansh_jain - 6 months
Not available in India :(