Hac Hack

Project Overview View on GitHub → Hac Hack is an open-source Python library and secure FastAPI-based HTTP API for automating SAP Commerce/Hybris HAC (hybris Administration Console) operations. This project addresses the common challenge of programmatically interacting with HAC endpoints while maintaining robust security and automatically managing VPN network connectivity via Tunnelblick on macOS. The solution emerged from the need to automate repetitive HAC tasks that are typically performed manually through the web interface - e.g. for testing, loading sample data, running groovy scripts etc., but could also be used as part of a pipeline process. By providing a REST API wrapper around HAC functionality, it enables seamless integration into CI/CD pipelines, monitoring systems, and custom automation workflows. ...

November 14, 2025 · 5 min · 1045 words · Simon Huggins

UsefulWebTools.com

Overview UsefulWebTools.com is a comprehensive collection of practical web-based tools and scripts designed to solve everyday problems for developers, content creators, and general users. With over 21 tools spanning 11 categories, the site provides client-side solutions that prioritize user privacy and functionality. Key Achievement: This project demonstrates the power of client-side web applications, with most tools running entirely in the browser without server dependencies, ensuring user data privacy and instant availability. ...

August 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1745 words · Simon Huggins

Apple Notes Exporter

Overview The Apple Notes Exporter is a powerful macOS tool that facilitates the export of Apple Notes into various formats including HTML, Plain Text, Markdown, PDF, and Word (DOCX) with images and formatting preserved. With over 150 stars on GitHub, it has become an essential utility for Mac users seeking to backup, migrate, or repurpose their Apple Notes data. Key Achievement: This tool addresses a significant gap in Apple’s ecosystem by providing comprehensive export capabilities that Apple Notes itself lacks, making it invaluable for users transitioning to other note-taking systems or creating backups. ...

August 26, 2025 · 4 min · 786 words · Simon Huggins

Introducing Hac Hack: API for Auto-running Hybris HAC Operations

I’m thrilled to announce the release of Hac Hack, a comprehensive open-source solution for automating SAP Commerce/Hybris HAC (hybris Administration Console) operations. This project addresses a common challenge for developers and administrators who need to programmatically interact with HAC endpoints while maintaining security and managing VPN connectivity via Tunnelblick. What is Hac Hack? Hac Hack is a Python library combined with a FastAPI-based HTTP API that provides a secure, programmatic interface to Hybris HAC operations. Whether you need to run Groovy scripts or import impex data, Hac Hack offers a streamlined API that handles authentication and security for you. ...

November 14, 2025 · 7 min · 1423 words · Simon Huggins

PlaySched - Spotify Playlist Scheduler

PlaySched - Spotify Playlist Scheduler A comprehensive project combining a web application for scheduling Spotify playlist playback and a command-line tool for direct Spotify control, history management, and data synchronization. Born from the frustration of using Amazon Alexa’s terrible music scheduling interface, this project provides a superior solution using Spotify’s robust API and better audio equipment. 🚀 Project Overview PlaySched addresses a specific but common need: automated music scheduling that actually works well. Rather than fighting with voice assistant interfaces, this system provides both web-based scheduling and powerful command-line tools for managing Spotify playback across devices. ...

August 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1099 words · Simon Huggins