What it does

ProjectLocker is an on demand project development solution. It allows developers to create smarter code faster in a collaborative friendly environment. It tracks defects allowing users to share pertinent information on the fly. It’s got automated integration and streamlined management tools. It’s also secure—users can safely share their documents and projects on the web without worry. ProjectLocker provides users with instant Subversion hosting and Track hosting. They offer both Lite an enterprise plans to fit projects to scale. The features can be summed up thusly: Trac, a tracking tool, Build Locker, integration for Java, Wiki for team work, Document Management, Analytics, a personal storage locker and an archival system. Pricing starts at $2.50 a month for startups, and goes up to $12 a month for the Venture plan. Enterprise service offers can be solicited from the company.

In their own words

“ProjectLocker was founded in 2003 to provide on-demand tools for software developers. Guided by the simple mission of helping companies build better software, ProjectLocker’s services have expanded to include services for the complete lifecycle of software projects, from requirements documentation to build and test automation. ProjectLocker serves companies from startups to Fortune 1000 multinationals.”

Why it might be a killer

ProjectLocker gives developers an affordable and powerful subversion host and project management tool. It’s got the features users want without the price tag. It’s quite flexible and well designed.

Some questions

How well does this handle? Is it user friendly? How does it perform overall in comparison to the competition?

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Dipity, short for serendipity, is a timeline making app. You can make up a timeline of anything, from your favorite band shows, to the decline of the American economy. To start out, you do have to register which takes a matter of seconds. Follow that by hitting the ‘Create Event’ button and you are set. A whole slough of different types of media—Google maps, links, photos, videos, feeds, etc—can be pulled in to make your timeline dazzle, and once it’s complete, your timeline is embeddable on your own site or profile. You can easily focus in on each element for more info, and you can even zoom out on a whole time period. Furthermore, Dipity supports profile feeds from Twitter, Yelp, and Flickr, among others, which means you can create a lifestream.

In their own words

“Dipity is the easiest way to make and share interactive timelines about the people and things you care about.”

Why it might be a killer

Dipity allows users to create interactive and in depth timelines, unlike any other. These aren’t your normal, static timelines with little media interaction. They can be used to for developing a media lifestream where your friends can keep tabs on what you’re up to. Dipity is pretty simple to use, and it’s has an elegant presentation.

Some questions

The timeline making category is getting more and more crowded. Just how does Dipity plan to stand out among the rest? The site could use a more detailed explanation of how to add elements.

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Want to make to a website that looks like Facebook or Friendster even, but haven’t got a clue where to start? Or perhaps you’d love to do something like Flickr, but aren’t gifted in the scripting department. Where to turn? ScriptCopy. ScriptCopy is a web directory populated by little gems for any website creator. The site is home to mockups, clones of scripts found on popular websites. So if you want to make a site like HotorNot, just search ScriptCopy, they’ve got it. Additionally, if you’ve got a clone script you want to showcase, you can submit it to ScriptCopy—simply fill out the form and you’ll get more traffic coming your way.

In their own words

“ScriptCopy.com web directory allows you to find scripts on the net that are similar or mimic functionalities of popular websites. ScriptCopy.com is no way connected or endorses sites listed in the directory. The trademarks, service marks and logos (the “Trademarks”) used and displayed on this Site are registered trademarks of their respectable owner(s).

ScriptCopy.com also give the opportunity to advertise your script. With over 55,000 page views and over 7000 unique visitors and a month using ScriptCopy.com to find suitable scripts for their projects, your presence will surely result in very targeted and qualified leads visiting your site and hopefully making a purchase.”

Why it might be a killer

For anyone looking to mimic the success and look of another site, ScriptCopy’s not a bad place to start. It gives you a crystal clear idea of where to go to get the scripts you want. They’ve got clones for all of today’s most popular sites.

Some questions

ScriptCopy could use some new scripts to update its own look.

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Worried about your website? BasicState’s got your back. BasicState runs a website monitoring service which ensures that your site is up and running properly. It will alert you whenever there’s a problem with your site via email and SMS text message. The service checks your site every 15 minutes and you’ll be sent a daily email report of your site’s performance. As a BasicState user, you can add as many sites as you wish. You can also tailor default and backup alerts to your preferences. Additionally, BasicState watches sites that provide network services for your site—for example, payment gateways and ad networks. If any of these sites have trouble, you’ll be alerted. All of BasicStates services are free.

In their own words

“Be alerted immediately by email or sms text message if your site ever becomes unavailable for any reason including network outages, server outages, server overload, dns configuration, or ssl certificate problems.

You can add as many sites and users as you like. You can tailor default, backup and emergency alert schedules to your preferences. And it’s completely free forever.”

Why it might be a killer

This is a gem of service. For website owners and managers, outages, downtime, server overloads, etc are serious setbacks. However, with BasicState, users will be alerted immediately if anything happens to their site. Moreover, BasicState provides free uptime stats and graphs, so they can easily analyze their site’s overall health.

Some questions

How will this site make money? How thorough is it?

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TaffyDB is an open source Javascript library for your browser which acts as a thin (under 10k) data layer inside Ajax applications. It’s got sorting, looping and advanced query capability. It works with simple Javascript centric syntax and it’s compatible with most major Ajax libraries, including, YUI, JQuery, and Dojo. Using Taffy you can easily create collections passing in an array of similar objects. You can implement find functionality as well as updates. You can insert, delete, and query against the data layer. Taffy isn’t visual so you will still need to code the user interface; however using Taffy does reduce the amount of code you will need. The download is available for free.

In their own words

“Taffy DB is a free and opensource JavaScript library that acts as thin data layer inside Web 2.0 and Ajax applications.”

Why it might be a killer

TaffyDB is like having an SQL database in your browser. It works well for Ajax apps and it’s light—under 10 kb. It also integrates with other libraries.

Some questions

How well does this work?

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FashionFreax is a European fashion network based out of Germany. The site plays host to everything fashion related and it goes without saying that there are plenty of visual treats to keep the most haughty fashionista amused. Street style shots a la FaceHunter are posted to be rated and reviewed. There’s a mix and match section where you can browse various outfits and styles, and tag them as hot or not. Check out random style shots from site members. You’ve also got a fashion map which maps out the hottest locales for Euro fashion. From there, you can find out about events, new designers, and sample sales. Upload your pictures and check out what your fellow chic mates are sportin’. Registration is free.

In their own words

“fashionfreax is the european fashion community. Register now!

Discover new outfits, fashion designers, events, shops, upload your pictures and inspire others (>>Styles), find the best insider tips in terms of Fashion (>>Fashion map).

Curious?

There is only one thing left to do: Register here, to discover more of fashionfreax and to be part of the community. 100% free!”

Why it might be a killer

This is an accessible fashion community designed specifically for European fashionistas. Noteworthy features include the fashion map and the outfit snapshots which detail price and purchase store of each item worn. It’s a not too shabby start.

Some questions

For a fashion site, it lacks a certain style. The design isn’t as coherent and attractive as it could be. There’s no allure, which is crucial for a site like this. It would be nice to see customizable profiles, a separate section for designers, and perhaps forums for discussing various fashion topics.

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File sharing for Macs is made easy with Dockdrop. This desktop app, which works with Tiger and Leopard, allows you to upload files to the internet simply by dragging and dropping files into Dockdrop icon. It will also add an URL to your clipboard, so that it can easily be pasted into email, chat, or a website. Prior to sending files, you will have to configure the protocol through which you want your files to be sent. Dockdrop currently supports FTP, Flickr, WebDAV and SCP. Once that’s done, you can share files regardless of platform via links; a an overlayed transparent window will keep you up to date as to the progress of each file transfer. Dockdrop is free to use.

In their own words

“Dockdrop is a Mac OS X application that lets you share files fast.

Drag any file or folder you want to share onto the Dockdrop dock icon then choose how you want to send it. Dockdrop uploads it and puts a URL for your upload on the clipboard, ready for pasting into an Email, chat program or website.

Dockdrop is currently available completely free of charge.”

Why it might be a killer

Drag and drop file sharing for Macs—this is incredibly fast and easy to use. Requires no laborious file maneuvering as everything can be dropped into the dock, and it’s rather simple to configure. Really couldn’t get easier.

Some questions

How difficult is it to configure the protocols for sending? Will this remain free? Can multiple files be uploaded and sent at once?

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SignOn is an identity management service. It allows users to easily log into OpenID enabled websites with one unique identifier—something along the lines of jill.signon.com. Thus your URL becomes your sign on. The site goes further in offering information cards—essentially digitized versions of those in your wallet. These are stored on your computer; one card works with multiple sites. The cards are grouped by an Identity Selector, software which allows you to created and organize all your Information cards. It’s free to install. Creating a card requires that you fill in your name and email address and register it on your account. Once that’s done, it will be attached to your Signon account. Additionally, you’ll be given an optional public profile which can be ended and adjusted among with settings on your account page.

In their own words

“SignOn.com is a free OpenID identity service secured with Information Cards. Our sole mission is to provide individuals with complete control, security and privacy of their Internet identity.”

Why it might be a killer

This negates the need for memorizing multiple log-ins and passwords. Users can access all their favorite sites without having to fill out forms and fields. OpenID is gaining acceptance throughout the net.

Some questions

Is there any screening done to prevent ID abusers? Will users take to it? Can it replace traditional user accounts? What about security and privacy issues?

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