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Dev tools · June 12, 2011

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I built a service to find cool people on Github

I built a service to find cool people on Github launched on June 12, 2011 with 12 votes, #41 of 181 launches that month and more than 50% of that year's launches.

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Github Friends is a service that helps developers discover interesting people on Github. It allows users to explore and find developers whose work aligns with their interests or skills. The tool is designed for developers who want to expand their network within the Github community by identifying fellow programmers worth following or collaborating with.

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