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I made a tool to document large codebases

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7/21/2025

Content Summary

The author created a tool called DocSmith for documenting large codebases. Users have suggested improvements such as caching for faster insights and enhancing the landing page for better understanding. The tool is based on AI and the author encourages users to try it out.

Opinion Analysis

The mainstream opinion is positive towards the tool, with users suggesting practical improvements like caching and better landing page information. There is a suggestion to integrate AI further, which the author confirms is already part of the tool. No conflicting opinions are present.

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
DocSmithhttps://www.sentientdocs.com/docsmithCode DocumentationAI-based, needs caching for faster insights

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Lack of clear information on the landing page
  • Need for faster insights into the tool's functionality

Problems to Solve:

  • Documenting large codebases efficiently

Potential Solutions:

  • Implement caching for faster insights
  • Improve landing page for better user understanding

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Enhancing user experience

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Not explicitly mentioned

Monetization & Product:

  • Not explicitly mentioned

User Engagement:

  • Encouraging users to try the tool