The marine technology landscape is evolving rapidly, and today I'm inviting boaters, cruisers, developers, and marine technology enthusiasts to become part of that journey.
We're Looking for d3kOS Beta Testers
Over the past several years, I've been building d3kOS, an AI-powered marine operating system designed to bring advanced onboard intelligence, navigation awareness, automation, and vessel management to everyday boaters.
Built on open technologies such as Signal K, AVNav, OpenCPN, Raspberry Pi, and modern AI frameworks, d3kOS aims to make sophisticated marine technology accessible to everyone.
I'm currently seeking beta testers who are willing to:
Install and use d3kOS on their vessel or test bench
Provide feedback on usability and performance
Help identify bugs and opportunities for improvement
Test integrations with marine electronics and sensors
Share real-world use cases and feature requests
You don't need to be a software developer. Whether you're a weekend boater, full-time cruiser, sailing enthusiast, or marine technology tinkerer, your feedback is valuable.
Why Participate?
As a beta tester, you'll get:
✅ Early access to new features
✅ Direct access to the development team
✅ The opportunity to influence the future roadmap
✅ Recognition as an early supporter of the d3kOS community
✅ A chance to help create a smarter and safer boating experience
Product Hunt Launch – November 15
I'm also excited to announce that d3kOS will officially launch on Product Hunt on November 15.
Product Hunt is one of the most influential communities for discovering innovative technology products, and community support can make a tremendous difference in helping independent projects gain visibility.
If you believe in open marine technology, AI-assisted navigation, or simply want to support innovative boating solutions, I'd appreciate your support.
Join the Launch Team
Use the invitation link below to join as a supporter:
👉 https://www.producthunt.com/posts/d3kos/maker-invite?code=QM1EDN
Your support helps us reach more boaters, developers, and marine enthusiasts who can benefit from what we're building.
The Mission
My goal with d3kOS has always been simple:
To create an intelligent marine platform that combines navigation, vessel monitoring, onboard AI, safety systems, and emerging technologies into a single accessible solution for every boater.
This is only the beginning.
If you'd like to become a beta tester, connect with the project, or follow our Product Hunt launch, I'd love to hear from you.
Fair winds,
Skipper Don Founder, d3kOS
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