
getessential.app
An open source co-pilot for your screen
getessential.app launched on June 13, 2023 with 72 votes, #1,266 of 4,655 launches that month and more than 50% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.
What it does
Essential is an open source MacOS app built for developers. It is like having a second set of eyes on your screen to help you be more productive. It can suggest code fixes to error messages you see on screen, and help you remember your workflows.
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