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Shipped: Unstuck Micro-Planner for Breaking Down Tasks

ItsEvilDuck — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:36:08 +0000

I've released Unstuck Micro-Planner, a new tool aimed at addressing task paralysis and procrastination.

The Unstuck Micro-Planner is designed to help individuals who struggle with starting large or undefined tasks. It operates on the principle of deconstruction: taking an overwhelming, unstructured task and breaking it down into a series of very small, manageable micro-steps.

The primary function is to guide users to identify the absolute smallest, non-intimidating first action required to make progress. This focus on the 'micro-step' helps reduce the mental barrier to entry, making it easier to overcome the initial inertia often associated with complex projects.

It's built for anyone who finds themselves stuck, staring at a daunting task, and unsure of where to begin. The planner helps clarify the immediate next action, allowing for a low-effort start and incremental progress.

Unstuck Micro-Planner

Released: AI-Generated Group Selfie Prompt Template

ItsEvilDuck — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:35:10 +0000

I've shipped a new tool, the AI-Generated Group Selfie Prompt. This template is designed to assist in creating prompts for AI image generators, specifically for producing realistic group selfies.

The core idea behind this template is to move beyond generic inputs and provide a structure that helps define the key elements of a believable group photo. Users can specify details about the scene, the environment, and the interactions between individuals in the selfie. This level of detail aims to improve the output quality from AI image generators, resulting in images that look more like actual photographs taken with friends.

It's intended for anyone looking to generate more credible and contextually rich group selfies using AI, rather than just isolated portraits or less integrated group shots. The template guides the user through considerations that contribute to a more natural and integrated final image.

AI-Generated Group Selfie Prompt

SaaS Revenue Tracker: A Python Script for Subscription Growth

ItsEvilDuck — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:32:44 +0000

I've built a tool for tracking SaaS subscription revenue. It's a Python script designed to be straightforward: log new revenue as it comes in, and see your growth over time.

This is for founders or anyone running a SaaS business who wants a simple way to monitor their subscription income. The goal is to provide visibility into growth and offer small wins by tracking revenue milestones. It's not a full-blown analytics suite, but a focused script to help you keep tabs on a key metric.

It's built in Python, so it should be easy to integrate into existing workflows or run as a standalone tool. The output is logged data that you can then use to visualize your progress.

If you're looking for a no-frills way to track your SaaS revenue, check it out.

SaaS Revenue Tracker

Scroll-Stop Ad Copy Generator Prompt for High-Impact Ads

ItsEvilDuck — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 03:32:31 +0000

We've released the Scroll-Stop Ad Copy Generator Prompt. This prompt is designed to help you generate ad copy that is intended to grab attention and drive action.

The process involves clearly articulating your unique selling proposition (USP), defining your target audience, and specifying the desired outcome for your ad content. By feeding these details into the prompt, you can generate compelling ad copy.

This tool is for anyone who needs to write advertisements and wants a structured way to approach the copy. It's useful for small businesses, marketers, or individuals looking to improve their ad messaging. The goal is to produce copy that resonates with the intended audience and encourages a specific response.

If you're looking for a way to streamline your ad copy creation process and ensure your message is clear and impactful, this prompt can assist. It provides a framework for thinking through the essential elements of effective advertising.

Get the Scroll-Stop Ad Copy Generator Prompt here: Scroll-Stop Ad Copy Generator Prompt

AI App Icon Generator for Professional B2B Tools

ItsEvilDuck — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:20:55 +0000

I built the AI App Icon Generator for Professional B2B Tools. The goal is to help developers and designers create professional-looking app icons for business software using AI image generation.

Many AI image models can struggle with abstract concepts or specific aesthetic requirements. For B2B tools, this often means icons that look too playful, generic, or simply don't convey the right professional tone. This product provides a structured prompt designed to guide image generation models toward a business-oriented aesthetic. It aims to mitigate common misinterpretations and focus the output on clarity, professionalism, and relevance for a business audience.

This is for anyone building B2B software who needs to generate icons that align with a professional brand identity. It's a simple prompt, but crafted to yield better results than a basic request.

AI App Icon Generator for Professional B2B Tools

Python Service Monitor & Restart Logic Snippet

ItsEvilDuck — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:19:18 +0000

Today, I'm sharing a new Python snippet: Python Service Monitor & Restart Logic.

This code provides basic Python logic for monitoring a system service and restarting it if it becomes inactive. The goal was to break down a common DevOps task into modular functions, making the underlying concepts clear.

Specifically, the snippet focuses on demonstrating:

Conditional statements: Checking service status.
Loops: Continuously monitoring the service.
Subprocess execution: Interacting with the operating system to check and restart services.

It's intended as a template for anyone looking to practice building their own automation logic from scratch. If you're working on scripting system tasks or want to see a practical application of these Python fundamentals, this might be useful.

Python Service Monitor & Restart Logic

Shipped: ChatGPT Image Prompt Keywords List

ItsEvilDuck — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:11:12 +0000

I've released a new small tool today: ChatGPT Image Prompt Keywords.

This is a curated list of keywords designed to be effective when generating images with ChatGPT. The goal is to provide specific terms that describe various visual styles, artistic mediums, camera angles, and perspectives.

Many users search for 'secret slash commands' or hidden prompts for AI image generation. This tool operates on a different principle: direct, descriptive language. The keywords provided are standard descriptive terms that, when used in a prompt, can influence the output image's aesthetic and composition.

The list is intended for anyone who uses ChatGPT for image generation and is looking for a structured way to explore different visual outcomes. It's a resource to help construct more precise prompts without relying on undocumented features.

ChatGPT Image Prompt Keywords

Shipped: Uncanny Valley Image Generator Prompt

ItsEvilDuck — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:09:53 +0000

Today, we're releasing the Uncanny Valley Image Generator Prompt. This is a new template for those working with AI image generators who specifically aim to create visuals that evoke the uncanny valley.

The template's purpose is to guide the user in crafting prompts that result in unsettlingly realistic, yet subtly 'off', depictions of humans or objects. It provides a framework for specifying the details needed to achieve this particular visual effect.

This tool is for builders, artists, or anyone experimenting with AI image generation who has a specific need to produce visuals with this distinct psychological impact. It focuses on the nuances required to move beyond standard realism into the realm of the uncanny, where familiarity is just slightly distorted.

The template helps articulate those subtle inconsistencies that make an image feel unsettling without being overtly monstrous or fantastical. It's a structured approach to a specific creative challenge within AI art generation.

Uncanny Valley Image Generator Prompt

Market Surge Explainer Prompt: Analyze Product Popularity Shifts

ItsEvilDuck — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:09:45 +0000

Today, QuackBuilds is releasing the Market Surge Explainer Prompt. This prompt is a tool for analyzing sudden increases in product popularity.

The idea behind it is to provide a structured way to understand why a product might experience a rapid surge in demand, a shift in supply, or a notable increase in public attention.

To use it, you input relevant market data. This can include information such as search trend data, recent news headlines that might be relevant, and discussions observed across social media platforms. The prompt processes this input to generate potential explanations for the observed popularity surge.

It's intended for anyone looking to quickly get a preliminary analysis of market dynamics when a product's presence changes suddenly. It aims to offer a starting point for understanding underlying causes without requiring extensive manual research.

Market Surge Explainer Prompt

Creator Paywall & Donation Tracker: A Python Script for Indie Creators

ItsEvilDuck — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:01:24 +0000

I've put together a small Python script called Creator Paywall & Donation Tracker. The goal is to help independent creators simulate tracking their sales goals and donations.

Many of us are working towards a point where we can make our content free for everyone. This script is designed to help visualize that progress. You can input your target goals and track incoming sales or donations against them. It's a straightforward way to see how close you are to hitting your milestones.

This tool is for creators who use platforms that allow for direct sales or donations and want a simple way to monitor their progress. It's built in Python, making it accessible if you're comfortable with basic scripting.

Get it here:
Creator Paywall & Donation Tracker

Shipped: Distraction Filter Prompt for AI Models

ItsEvilDuck — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:42:28 +0000

Today we're sharing the Distraction Filter Prompt, a new tool from QuackBuilds.

This is a prompt template built to help users instruct AI models. Its core function is to direct the AI to disregard information that is irrelevant or distracting to the main request. The goal is to improve the quality of AI responses by ensuring the model focuses on the essential aspects of the input rather than getting sidetracked by extraneous details.

The template is designed for those who work with AI models and frequently encounter situations where the input might contain noise or information not directly pertinent to the desired output. By providing a clear framework for filtering out these distractions, it aims to streamline the interaction with AI and lead to more precise and focused results.

It's a straightforward approach to managing AI input, intended to make your prompts more effective and your AI's responses more aligned with your specific needs.

Distraction Filter Prompt

API Paginator & Data Extractor: Practical API Interaction

ItsEvilDuck — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:39:51 +0000

I've shipped a new tool called API Paginator & Data Extractor. This is a small project focused on demonstrating how to interact with paginated public APIs.

It covers several key aspects of API interaction:

Fetching Data: Using the requests library to handle multiple pages of data.
JSON Parsing: Correctly interpreting the JSON responses from the API.
Error Handling: Implementing checks for common API request issues.
Data Extraction: Selecting and organizing the specific data points you need from the API response.

This tool is for developers who want to see a practical example of API interaction that goes a bit beyond simple GET requests. If you're looking to understand how to handle pagination, parse JSON effectively, and build more resilient API clients, this should be helpful.

It's a straightforward demonstration, built with clear Python code.

Get it here:
API Paginator & Data Extractor