Postiz · open-source social media scheduler
Post 'Show HN' with a link to your GitHub repo, not your website
Front page likely for open source, worth about 10,000 views
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What they did
Submit a post titled 'Show HN: [project name]' linking to the GitHub repository rather than the main website. HN is picky and front page isn't guaranteed, but open-source projects have a very high chance.
What happened
Expects ~10,000 views if it reaches the main feed
- Stage
- launch
“Create a new post, just submit, write 'Show HN' and the name of the project that you have, and then link to your GitHub repository, not your main website.”
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