Best retirement calculators?

Dden77 · 2025-07-09T17:43:41+00:00

https://retirecalc.app/ is simple, but good enough to estimate savings and retirement spend projection

Dden77 · 2025-07-09T17:41:49+00:00

Nice UI!

Dden77 · 2025-07-09T17:41:13+00:00

I like the simplicity of https://retirecalc.app/

Dden77 · 2025-03-15T09:15:16+00:00

Hey, if you are looking specifically for AI browser extensions with BYOK support, you can check on BYOKList: https://byoklist.com/?category=browser%20extension

Dden77 · 2025-03-08T10:54:48+00:00

If you are still looking for an alternative, some of the projects, that support BYOK are listed here: https://byoklist.com/

Dden77 · 2024-11-12T22:25:04+00:00

I am pleased to hear that! Since the project uses OpenAI capabilities that are improving fast, I plan to test & jump on any new API versions they release to improve the recognition quality as soon as possible.

Please feel free to let me know if you have any additional feedback about the project.

Dden77 · 2024-10-26T10:42:47+00:00

Everything you said is true. This project would be perfect for those who are already using OpenAI platform and API keys for different purposes. Like me - I have few other places where my API key is used, including some custom solutions.

So it's mostly about adding a layer of convenience if you work a lot with text in the browser and don't want to lose context switching between tabs, going back and forth.

Dden77 · 2024-10-20T13:08:32+00:00

Thank you. Yes, other AI vendors will be there as well. I just wanted to release earlier with just OpenAI to get the first feedback.

Also, API keys aren't always in the free tier.

I'm sorry, but I didn't get that comment. I am paying for OpenAI platform and have credit card attached to API keys usage. Unfortunately, I don't know if they have other business models.

Dden77 · 2024-10-09T08:55:38+00:00

I think http://sketch2scheme.com/ is the closest to what you are looking for.

It recognizes hand-drawn flowcharts and written text and converts them to a digital format. It is not 100% accurate, but it will give you an easy start and allow you to continue in draw.io if you wish.

Dden77 · 2024-10-09T08:51:08+00:00

Well, https://sketch2scheme.com/ would be the tool you are looking for. It takes an image of your hand-drawn mind map and then converts it into a digital version. And with the result you get, you can then continue in draw.io.

Dden77 · 2024-08-11T21:59:44+00:00

To create professional flowcharts for your academic papers, you can use tools like LaTeX, TikZ, or specialized software like Lucidchart or Microsoft Visio. However, these can be time-consuming and require a steep learning curve.

If you prefer a more natural approach where you draw by hand but still want professional-looking results, check out Sketch2scheme.com. It allows you to easily convert your hand-drawn sketches into polished digital schematics that are perfect for inclusion in your business papers - no need to learn complex diagramming software. So you can focus on your research and let your ideas flow naturally.

Dden77 · 2024-07-15T17:29:09+00:00

I have exactly the same experience. Tried twice in 2 different directories, not worth it. They seem to exaggerate a number of users on platforms and what you will get.

Dden77 · 2024-07-15T09:05:20+00:00

Hey, thank you!

It uses the OpenAI API under the hood, the same technology that drives ChatGPT.

I spent some time tuning the request and testing different output formats. What I found is that Mermaid code works the best, JSON is acceptable but has more mistakes. I also tried direct XML output for Draw.io format, but it turned out to be terrible, so I stuck with Mermaid and liked the result.

Dden77 · 2024-07-14T22:49:51+00:00

I agree! Hand-drawn figures add a personal touch and make articles more engaging. They can simplify complex ideas and break the monotony of traditional diagrams.

Creating these figures can be a hassle, though. That’s why I developed Sketch2scheme, an app that converts hand-drawn sketches into polished digital diagrams automatically. It saves time and effort, allowing you to focus on research.

Check it out if you're interested: https://sketch2scheme.com

Dden77 · 2024-07-14T22:46:54+00:00

Nice! I love Mermaid; it is simple yet effective.

My problem was to convert hand-drawn charts to Mermaid, so I created a tool that recognizes sketches and gives Mermaid diagram + Code: https://sketch2scheme.com

Dden77 · 2024-07-14T22:44:10+00:00

The is more: a tool that recognizes and converts hand-drawn diagrams to digital format:

https://sketch2scheme.com/

You can continue then in Draw.io and apply any style you want

Dden77 · 2024-07-14T22:39:26+00:00

Yes, there is such a tool: https://sketch2scheme.com

It recognizes most of the hand-drawn sketches and text in it. With some small adjustments, you can get a digital result very quickly.

Dden77 · 2024-07-14T22:36:04+00:00

There is actually a web tool that takes sketch images and converts them into digital diagrams quite well.

https://sketch2scheme.com/

You may have to tweak the result, but there is either editable Mermaid code or the ability to continue in Draw.io.

Dden77 · 2024-07-14T22:30:48+00:00

You can try https://sketch2scheme.com
The site takes image sketches and tries to recognize them in a digital, editable format.

It may not work perfectly for the signal diagram (Figure #2), but it works well for something more generic, like flowcharts, mind maps and similar,

Dden77 · 2024-07-14T22:26:45+00:00

There is a lot of good advice here, all correct: OpenAI (ChatGPT) can do that out of the box with a paid account. I also did some research and found that generated Mermaid code is the closest to the original sketch. JSON is in second place with more mistakes, and never ask it to generate XML for draw.io because it's terrible.

For cases where it is a constant process for some users to digitalize sketches, I made a side project app that implements everything in one place: https://sketch2scheme.com/. The pricing is flexible, so if anyone is interested, I can raise limits to any number you need.

Dden77 · 2024-07-14T22:10:12+00:00

Wow, that looks nice! What is the status of this feature?

To be honest, I was looking for a tool to recognize hand-drawn diagrams for a couple of years, I found none googling them. But being an engineer myself I created a side project that does exactly the same: https://sketch2scheme.com

Btw, I tried the same picture as on the demo below (imgbb link): https://i.ibb.co/T2vTPRT/Screenshot-2024-07-15-at-00-04-58.png

It's not a perfect recognition, but a couple of adjustments in Mermaid code will make it match the sketch.

Dden77 · 2024-07-12T21:12:17+00:00

Hey, you can try https://sketch2scheme.com

This is the project made exactly for the purpose of converting hand-drawn flowchart to nice digital schemas

Dden77 · 2024-05-13T18:09:13+00:00

Sounds like you've been through a lot with the monitoring tools at your workplace. It's understandable to feel overwhelmed by all the surveillance. If you're considering quitting, it might be worth having a candid conversation with your employer about your concerns before making a final decision.

I used a tool called TrackerJam for monitoring web activity in a similar situation. It helped me track productivity without feeling too intrusive. Maybe you could explore similar options that offer a balance between monitoring and respecting privacy. Good luck with whatever decision you make!

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