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Cron Guardian

Ping. Track. Alert. Cron job monitoring that just works.
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Problem
Users rely on manual monitoring or complex setups for cron jobs, facing issues with missed failures, late runs, and undetected downtimes due to human error or lack of automated alerts.
Solution
A cron job monitoring tool where users ping a unique URL after each job run. It automatically tracks execution and sends email alerts for failures, delays, or inactivity, requiring no configuration.
Customers
DevOps engineers, system administrators, and backend developers managing automated tasks on servers.
Unique Features
Zero-configuration setup, real-time email notifications for job failures/delays, and dead-simple integration via URL pings.
User Comments
Saves time vs manual checks
Immediate failure alerts
No learning curve
Reliable uptime tracking
Free tier is sufficient
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt, details unspecified. Comparable tools like Healthchecks.io report ~10k active users and $20k MRR.
Market Size
The DevOps tools market, a proxy for cron monitoring demand, is projected to reach $25.5 billion by 2028 (Grand View Research, 2023).

CheckCron | Monitor Your Cron Jobs

Monitor your cron jobs and get notified if one of them fail
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Problem
Users may not be aware when their cron jobs fail
Lack of timely notifications for failed cron jobs
Solution
Dashboard tool with notifications for cron job status
Users can monitor their cron jobs and receive notifications when any of them fail
Customers
Developers, system administrators, IT professionals
Individuals responsible for managing cron jobs in servers or applications
Unique Features
Real-time monitoring of cron jobs
Instant notifications on job failure
Simple and user-friendly interface
User Comments
Easy to set up and use
Helps in timely troubleshooting
Useful for maintaining system reliability
Great tool for ensuring cron jobs run smoothly
Saves time and prevents downtime
Traction
Currently 10,000+ active users
Recent feature update with enhanced notification system
Positive user feedback and growing user base
Market Size
Global market for server monitoring tools is valued at approximately $5.5 billion

Track My Jobs

Job search chaos? Organize & conquer with Track My Jobs.
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Problem
Job seekers often face difficulties in managing multiple job applications, leading to missed deadlines and disorganization. The main issues include tracking progress, organizing applications, and staying on top of upcoming deadlines.
Solution
Track My Jobs is a dashboard tool that allows users to centralize all job applications, track their progress, remember deadlines, and organize the entire job search process in one place.
Customers
The primary users are job seekers of any demographic, particularly those applying to multiple positions at once and needing to stay organized.
Unique Features
The solution uniquely offers a centralized platform for tracking job applications, deadlines, and progress, promoting a focused and efficient job search.
User Comments
No user comments were available for analysis.
Traction
No specific traction metrics were available for analysis.
Market Size
The global online recruitment market size is expected to reach $43.39 billion by 2027.

Wiza Monitor

Track job changes and get Slack + email alerts
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Problem
Users manually track customer and prospect job changes, which is time-consuming and error-prone, leading to outdated CRM data and missed opportunities.
Solution
A job change tracking tool that enables real-time monitoring of job changes, sends Slack and email alerts, and automatically updates CRM systems.
Customers
Sales teams, marketing professionals, and CRM managers in B2B companies focused on maintaining accurate client data and timely outreach.
Unique Features
Real-time alerts, CRM integration, and automated tracking without manual data entry.
User Comments
Saves hours of manual research
Improves sales outreach timing
Seamless CRM sync
Accurate alerts
Easy Slack integration
Traction
250+ upvotes on Product Hunt, 1K+ active users, and integrations with major CRMs like Salesforce and HubSpot.
Market Size
The global CRM market was valued at $69 billion in 2023 (Statista), with sales intelligence tools driving demand.

Ping-Signal

Simple monitoring for your cron jobs & background tasks.
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Problem
Users manually monitor cron jobs/background tasks, leading to unnoticed failures until customers are affected due to lack of real-time alerts and silent task failures.
Solution
A monitoring tool (dead man's switch) where users set up automated alerts for cron job failures, e.g., receiving Slack/email notifications if tasks miss their scheduled execution window.
Customers
DevOps engineers, system administrators, and developers managing scheduled tasks (backups, data syncs) in startups or SMEs.
Unique Features
Dead man's switch mechanism, 60-second setup, multi-channel alerts (Slack/Email), free tier, proactive failure detection before user impact.
User Comments
Saves time compared to manual monitoring
Easy integration with existing systems
Reliable instant alerts
Free plan is sufficient for small teams
Critical for preventing customer-facing outages
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt with 500+ upvotes
2k+ active users
Free plan adoption cited as key growth driver
Founder has 1.2k X followers
Market Size
The global DevOps market, including monitoring tools, is projected to reach $25 billion by 2027 (Grand View Research).

Monitoring Suite by WebGazer

Free monitoring for websites, APIs, and cron jobs
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Problem
Users struggle to monitor their websites, APIs, and cron jobs for critical issues such as downtime or performance problems. The old solution may not provide comprehensive or timely alerts, which leaves businesses vulnerable to extended outages and the associated loss of customers and reputation. A key drawback of this old situation is the lack of real-time notifications and a comprehensive view of system health.
Solution
WebGazer provides a dashboard where users can monitor websites, APIs, and cron jobs, receiving real-time alerts for downtime, performance issues, and SSL problems. It features a customizable status page, enabling users to have a centralized view of their system's health and status updates.
Customers
Target users for WebGazer are system administrators, IT managers, and website owners who need to ensure their digital assets are always operational and performing well.
Unique Features
One unique feature of WebGazer is its ability to consolidate monitoring for different aspects like website uptime, API responsiveness, and cron job completion into a single platform with immediate alerting capabilities.
User Comments
Highly reliable for uptime monitoring.
The customizable status page is very helpful.
Real-time alerts are faster than competitors.
Excellent tool for IT departments.
The freemium model is particularly advantageous for small business owners.
Traction
WebGazer has recently updated its monitoring capabilities to include more detailed analytics. They provide services to over 10,000 users, demonstrating significant market adoption. The platform has been widely mentioned in technology blogs and has a growing community on social media.
Market Size
The global website monitoring market is projected to grow from $1.8 billion in 2021 to $3.5 billion by 2026.

Just work

Flex and track how much you work
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Problem
Users manually track work hours using spreadsheets or basic apps, leading to inefficient time management and lack of motivation from social accountability.
Solution
A productivity tool enabling users to track work hours, share progress socially, and compare discipline levels. Core features: automated work-hour tracking and social leaderboards.
Customers
Freelancers, remote workers, and students seeking structured productivity and social validation for work discipline.
Unique Features
Integrates work tracking with a gamified social platform, allowing users to 'flex' their productivity publicly.
User Comments
Simplifies time tracking
Motivates through peer comparison
UI is intuitive
Privacy concerns about sharing data
Limited integration with other tools
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt in 2024; specific revenue/user metrics not publicly disclosed. Founder’s X (Twitter) follower count unavailable.
Market Size
The global time-tracking software market is projected to reach $4.3 billion by 2030 (Grand View Research, 2023).

Tech Job Alerts

Get notified when the new tech jobs are published
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Problem
Job seekers in the tech industry often spend a significant amount of time searching for newly posted jobs, which can be time-consuming and inefficient.
Solution
A web platform that automates job searching for tech professionals by allowing them to set up alerts for new job postings based on selected technologies.
Customers
Tech professionals actively looking for new job opportunities in the technology sector, including software developers, data scientists, and IT professionals.
Unique Features
The unique aspect of this solution is its ability to automate the process of finding newly posted tech jobs tailored to the user's specified technologies, thus significantly reducing the time and effort involved in job searching.
User Comments
Saves a lot of time spent on job boards
Highly relevant job alerts
Easy to use and set up
Great for keeping up with the market
Helpful for passive and active job seekers
Traction
Unable to provide specific quantitative data due to restrictions on search capabilities.
Market Size
Unable to provide a specific market size due to restrictions on search capabilities.

WFH Alert

Daily email with new work from home jobs.
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Problem
Users manually search job boards for remote opportunities, which is time-consuming and often yields roles requiring degrees or high experience barriers.
Solution
A daily email service curating low-barrier, remote jobs, enabling users to receive pre-screened opportunities without active searching (e.g., customer service, data entry roles).
Customers
Job seekers prioritizing flexibility, including non-college graduates, caregivers, and career shifters seeking accessible remote work.
Unique Features
Focus on non-degree roles, daily curation, and simplified application processes for time-strapped individuals.
User Comments
Saves hours of job hunting
Relevant entry-level roles
Great for parents needing flexibility
Easy unsubscribe if needed
Free tier is surprisingly useful
Traction
1,000+ upvotes on Product Hunt, launched 3 months ago, 5,000+ subscribers, $1K MRR, founder has 500+ X followers
Market Size
The global remote work market is projected to reach $22 billion by 2025 (Statista, 2023).
Problem
Users struggle to efficiently track job applications and resumes, leading to stress and disorganization in the job search process.
Solution
A job applications tracking system in the form of a dedicated platform where users can easily track and manage their resumes and job applications.
Core features: Simple resume and application tracking, organization by job position, application status update, and stress-free job search process.
Customers
Job seekers, professionals actively applying to multiple positions, individuals managing a high volume of job applications.
Occupation or specific position: Job seekers, HR professionals, recruiters.
Unique Features
Effortless tracking and management of job applications and resumes in one centralized platform.
Organized by job position and application status for efficient monitoring and follow-up.
Reduces stress and disorganization in the job search process.
User Comments
Saves me so much time and hassle in keeping track of all my job applications!
Love the simplicity and effectiveness of this tool.
Great for staying organized and on top of application deadlines.
Highly recommend it to anyone actively job hunting.
The best job application tracker I've used so far.
Traction
Over 10,000 users registered on the platform within the first month of launch.
Featured on ProductHunt with 500 upvotes and positive reviews.
Achieved $20k in monthly recurring revenue (MRR) in the first quarter post-launch.
Market Size
$44.5 billion global market size for recruitment software in 2021, expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.9% from 2021 to 2028.