YTT Tech
Learning and science
curated video learning library
SHOW HN2021
How HN took it
9 positive, 13 neutral or asking, 3 mixed, 6 critical, out of 31 comments about the project. Thread score +0.15.
Design: 5 for, 3 againstIdea: 4 for, 2 againstPerformance: 0 for, 1 against
The thread, comment by comment
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What HN said
What people liked
Clean, beautiful design and UX
From 4 comments
I cannot overemphasize how much I like this project, as well as the design of the site. Like sixQuarks said: "I love curation projects."
DiggyJohnson on HNI love the look of this page. Great job.
beprogrammed on HNJust want to say that the UI and UX is clean and effective. I really enjoyed that.
reacharavindh on HNI really love the beautiful UX experience
abidlabs on HN
Good idea to avoid YouTube recommendations distractions
From 2 comments
That's a neat idea, no distractions from suggested videos.
samblr on HNI love this so much. It’s like youtube but without the youtubers. Thank you!
ryanwhitney on HN
Useful discovery tool for learning new hobbies
From 2 comments
First of all, congratulations on getting this project out the door! This could be a nice discovery tool for people seeking a new hobby. I notice that each REST request you're…
wcd-fyi on HNThanks! This is a great tool to “bypass” YouTube's recommendations. Often I feel like having seen 100% of woodworking videos on YouTube. Yet, I recognize 10% channels from your…
radomir_cernoch on HN
Objections
Categories too broad; hierarchy will need a third level
From 2 comments
Great idea, thanks. One potential problem I see is that categories seem too broad, you cover a lot of area here. There's so much good content out there that very quickly just 2…
ivanhoe on HNYes, definitely. As the database grows I would have to add a third level, at least. Probably sections within the large pane that would fold out. Creating a useful hierarchy and…
jrowen on HN
Signup requirement to submit videos is a hassle
From 2 comments
I love curation projects. Here's a tip if you want to get people to submit more videos. Include a "Submit Video" button in each area. When someone knows of a great video for a…
sixQuarks on HN> At that point, they're already invested in the process, already submitted the link, and it's a lot easier to finish As a user I really (!!) hate this, and consider it a grey…
musicale on HN
Slow loading
From 2 comments
You should make the main content full screen or at least larger and perhaps add more fields. It took a long time before it loaded in the boxes, so is the server overloaded atm?
staticelf on HNFirst of all, congratulations on getting this project out the door! This could be a nice discovery tool for people seeking a new hobby. I notice that each REST request you're…
wcd-fyi on HN
Curation does not scale
From 1 comment
I apologize for being pessimistic about this. Curation does not scale due to Metcalfe's law [0] and socializing it does not work properly due to the differences of interests.…
pedro1976 on HN
Requests
Add RSS feed of new videos
From 1 comment
This is fantastic, you have a great curation so far. Would it be possible to create an RSS feed of new videos/categories that are added?
jarbus on HN
Add more subject areas such as automotive, finishing, cooking
From 3 comments
You should add an automotive section. 90% would be ChrisFix. Also, motorcycle repair with MC Garage, Revzilla/The Shop Manual and Fortnine.
dharmab on HNSuggested addition for woodworking: finishing. It's most people's second least favorite thing after sanding.
mauvehaus on HNI was expecting Ranveer brar videos in Indian cooking. Is there a way to contribute?
mindhash on HN
Add captions support
From 1 comment
I love this idea. I agree, there are platforms like SkillShare but none really curate YT videos that are actually good. If possible try to include captions bc many people use…
jakeadler on HN
Add skill level detail and beginner/intermediate/advanced sections
From 2 comments
Just submitted one of my favorite videos on basic electrical. Feedback: - What happens after submission? I'm assuming it goes into a review queue, or caching is involved so I'm…
ivan888 on HNI love this idea. I agree, there are platforms like SkillShare but none really curate YT videos that are actually good. If possible try to include captions bc many people use…
jakeadler on HN
Submit whole channels
From 1 comment
How about submitting whole channels? I'm thinking of the likes of BlondieHacks, Vintage Machinery, Adam Savage's Tested, Essential Craftsman, Primitive Tech: each one a whole…
fernly on HN
Questions
How are videos chosen and vetted?
From 1 comment
How/why did you choose those videos? I'm hoping to build a cabin this year and not a single video I've watched is listed here. The framing videos you have listed seem pretty…
hasbot on HN
How will the site scale its curators?
From 1 comment
Thanks for taking this on. Are you also looking for curators or how are you planning to scale that
ripvanwinkle on HN
Alternatives named
SkillShare
From 1 comment
I love this idea. I agree, there are platforms like SkillShare but none really curate YT videos that are actually good. If possible try to include captions bc many people use…
jakeadler on HN
Wiki-format knowledge bases
From 1 comment
I wonder if this shouldn't be in some wiki-format instead...
ryzvonusef on HN