Replace Your Boring New Tab with a Developer’s Command Center

Find your next project inspiration, discover trending GitHub repos and pin your favorite dev tools, all in newtab for indie hackers.

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Core Features

Curated Open-Source Projects

Handpicked product-ready repos with technical breakdowns. Find your next SaaS idea, MVP codebase, or side project in 1 click.

Real-Time GitHub Trending

Track rising stars hourly. Filter by 30+ languages (Python/JS/TS/Rust), time range, and star velocity. Discover tomorrow's top repos before Hacker News.

Smart Bookmarks

1-Click workspace for dev tools, transform your browser productivity with smart bookmarks. Seamlessly organize both system and custom bookmarks through intuitive drag-and-drop sorting.

Who Is It For?

Independent Developers

  • Need constant project inspiration
  • Seek trends and opportunities
  • Rely on various dev tools
  • Value time efficiency

Software Engineers

  • Follow open-source trends
  • Require quick access to dev tools
  • Look for tech innovations

Product Managers

  • Explore product ideas
  • Stay updated on tech dynamics
  • Find development resources

User Feedback

John D., Indie Developer

Getting inspiration every time I open a new tab is amazing!

John D., Indie Developer

Mike R., Software Engineer

Finally, I don't have to clutter my bookmarks bar with tool links.

Mike R., Software Engineer

Sarah L., Product Manager

It's saved me tons of time in finding project inspiration.

Sarah L., Product Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

Next Idea is specifically built for developers and indie hackers. It combines project inspiration, GitHub trends, and developer tools in one place, helping you stay productive and inspired every time you open a new tab.

We curate and regularly update a collection of startup and side project ideas across different domains. Each idea comes with context and potential implementation approaches. You can browse by category or search for specific topics that interest you.

Next Idea provides quick access to commonly used developer resources like documentation, coding tools, and productivity apps. You can customize your toolset by adding your frequently used websites and tools, organizing them for quick access.

GitHub trending data is refreshed multiple times daily. Daily trends update every 15 minutes, weekly trends every 3 hours, and monthly trends every 6 hours to ensure you're always seeing the latest trending repositories.

Yes, we take privacy seriously. Your customizations and preferences are stored locally in your browser. We don't track your browsing history or collect personal data. The extension only requires minimal permissions necessary for its core features.

Absolutely! Next Idea is built with and for the developer community. You can contribute through our GitHub repository, suggest features, or share your custom tools with the community. We actively welcome feedback and contributions.

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