Software Project Ideas

A configurable rich text sanitizer, inspired by DOMPurify, that allows precise control over allowed HTML tags and styles. It specifically addresses the need to restrict styles to a defined whitelist (e.g., 'text-align'), improving security and ensuring consistent design across applications.

A tool tailored for PayloadCMS users managing tree-structured data in MongoDB. This allows for batch updating of node statuses across the entire tree structure (e.g., marking all descendants as irrelevant if a parent is marked irrelevant) with optimized query performance.

A debugging and auditing tool specifically designed to help developers diagnose and fix login issues in game applications, like the Sikkim Game application mentioned, by providing detailed logging, credential validation checks, and API request analysis, directly addressing common troubleshooting problems during authentication.

A software platform that analyzes online content (text, images, video) to detect and flag potential disinformation campaigns and election interference activities, using AI to identify patterns and anomalies indicative of malicious influence. It would prioritize transparency and allow human review of flagged content.

A tool leveraging the 'AI Slop' concept which detects and identifies low-quality, nonsensical or repetitive text generated by AI language models, inspired by the Macquarie Dictionary’s word of the year.

A component that efficiently manages and renders multiple GeoTIFF layers within React-Leaflet maps, optimizing performance by dynamically loading and unloading layers based on metric selection, and addressing the issues noted on Stack Overflow.

A library that addresses the 'jumping selection' problem found in React select components when dealing with asynchronous server requests after selection, providing a more seamless and predictable user experience, directly addressing Stack Overflow issue.

A SAST (Static Application Security Testing) tool integrated into a DevOps pipeline, automatically detecting vulnerabilities in code during development, inspired by Endor Labs. Provides automated reports and remediation suggestions.

A hyperlocal air quality monitoring and reporting dashboard focused on communities like Mahul, Mumbai, which are disproportionately impacted by industrial pollution. Integrates sensor data with health data and provides actionable insights for residents and activists. Could pivot to broader industrial pollution tracking and regulation.

An AI-powered tool that assists individuals exploring non-traditional/psychedelic experiences. Provides guidance, monitors for potential adverse reactions (based on research), and offers therapeutic support using chatbots, promoting safer and more controlled journeys.

A browser extension and API that identifies and mitigates online pile-ons and harassment on social media platforms. Analyzes comment streams in real-time, flags potentially abusive behavior, and suggests interventions (e.g., rate limiting responses, hiding comments, providing resources for victims).

A platform that proactively identifies UK workers at high risk of job displacement due to AI & automation (based on NFER research), provides personalized training recommendations, and connects them with relevant reskilling programs and job opportunities. Focuses on proactive guidance rather than reactive unemployment assistance.

A cloud-based monitoring tool designed to track the performance and resource usage of AI hardware deployments. It visualizes data, identifies bottlenecks, and provides insights to optimize AI workloads, especially targeting users of the Genesis Mission infrastructure.

A real-time price tracking and alert system focusing on popular consumer electronics like vacuums. Users can set up alerts for specific products at desired price points, using web scraping and API integrations to monitor retailers.

A data aggregation and visualization platform that tracks PFAS ('forever chemicals') levels in food and water sources, incorporating EPA data and news reports. Allows users to search locations and view historical trends and potential health risks.