1) Radio Garden
A remarkable website that allows you to tune into radio broadcasts all around the world simply by dragging your mouse around an interactive map.
2) MuscleWiKi
Features interactive body maps where users can click on specific muscle groups and get workout instructions on how to strengthen them. Very useful for people who are new to weightlifting.
3) Sideways Dictionary
Instead of giving you straight-up definitions to abstract terms it provides analogies, helping users understand complicated technology concepts in a more approachable manner.
4) Webkay – Browser Information Detector
This website is unnerving. Simply by visiting it will tell you everything your browser knows about you and your computer which includes: location, operating system, browser version, browser plugins, hardware, battery level, IP address, download speed, social media accounts you’re logged into, and more.
5) Coding Game
An impressive interactive site with a layout similar to Codepen, codinggame.com allows you to write your own browser-based video game. You can choose from several programming languages and connect via social networks to ask questions and collaborate with other users.
6) Music Map
Music Map is a simple concept; type in a musical artist that you like and it spits out a cloud of similar artists.The closer two names are, the greater the probability people will like both artists. It’s great for discovering new bands that you’d otherwise not hear on the radio.
7) My Fridge Food
Myfridgefood.com allows you to check off the food you have in your refrigerator and gives you recipes to make using those ingredients. Incredibly useful for the more culinary-challenged.
8) My Car Makes Noise
A lifesaver if you’re about to take your car in for expensive repairs. The site lets you browse car-related sounds and helps you determine exactly what the problem is.
9) Hacksplaining
A simple site that provides useful tutorials that explain how basic hacking works. Useful for website developers to familiarize themselves with SQL injection, clickjacking, session fixation, and cross-scripting.
10) Festival Mapper
Type in a location and get a list of all the upcoming music festivals in that area. Clicking on the festival brings up ticket information, videos, and the official website.
11) Blok Dust
Build synths, manipulate samples, and create self-playing sound environments using this web-based music mixer. A great tool for people wanting to dip their toes into creating ambient music.
12) Map In Seconds
An absolute game changer for visualization enthusiasts. Map In Seconds takes spreadsheet data and turns it into an interactive map. While there are many plugins that do this (often at a cost) Map In Seconds is by far the easiest to implement.
13) Better Explained
I really could have used this in high school. Better Explained has intuitive articles that break down math concepts into layman’s terms and helps users develop a base understanding for things like calculus, algebra, and trigonometry.
14) Still Tasty
A simple site that gives accurate estimations if the food in your fridge is still safe to eat. The ultimate shelf life guide.
15) Explore Everest
An awesome full screen experience that takes users from the Everest basecamp all the way to the top. It makes you fully appreciates what a daunting experience climbing Everest really is.
A remarkable website that allows you to tune into radio broadcasts all around the world simply by dragging your mouse around an interactive map.
2) MuscleWiKi
Features interactive body maps where users can click on specific muscle groups and get workout instructions on how to strengthen them. Very useful for people who are new to weightlifting.
3) Sideways Dictionary
Instead of giving you straight-up definitions to abstract terms it provides analogies, helping users understand complicated technology concepts in a more approachable manner.
4) Webkay – Browser Information Detector
This website is unnerving. Simply by visiting it will tell you everything your browser knows about you and your computer which includes: location, operating system, browser version, browser plugins, hardware, battery level, IP address, download speed, social media accounts you’re logged into, and more.
5) Coding Game
An impressive interactive site with a layout similar to Codepen, codinggame.com allows you to write your own browser-based video game. You can choose from several programming languages and connect via social networks to ask questions and collaborate with other users.
6) Music Map
Music Map is a simple concept; type in a musical artist that you like and it spits out a cloud of similar artists.The closer two names are, the greater the probability people will like both artists. It’s great for discovering new bands that you’d otherwise not hear on the radio.
7) My Fridge Food
Myfridgefood.com allows you to check off the food you have in your refrigerator and gives you recipes to make using those ingredients. Incredibly useful for the more culinary-challenged.
8) My Car Makes Noise
A lifesaver if you’re about to take your car in for expensive repairs. The site lets you browse car-related sounds and helps you determine exactly what the problem is.
9) Hacksplaining
A simple site that provides useful tutorials that explain how basic hacking works. Useful for website developers to familiarize themselves with SQL injection, clickjacking, session fixation, and cross-scripting.
10) Festival Mapper
Type in a location and get a list of all the upcoming music festivals in that area. Clicking on the festival brings up ticket information, videos, and the official website.
11) Blok Dust
Build synths, manipulate samples, and create self-playing sound environments using this web-based music mixer. A great tool for people wanting to dip their toes into creating ambient music.
12) Map In Seconds
An absolute game changer for visualization enthusiasts. Map In Seconds takes spreadsheet data and turns it into an interactive map. While there are many plugins that do this (often at a cost) Map In Seconds is by far the easiest to implement.
13) Better Explained
I really could have used this in high school. Better Explained has intuitive articles that break down math concepts into layman’s terms and helps users develop a base understanding for things like calculus, algebra, and trigonometry.
14) Still Tasty
A simple site that gives accurate estimations if the food in your fridge is still safe to eat. The ultimate shelf life guide.
15) Explore Everest
An awesome full screen experience that takes users from the Everest basecamp all the way to the top. It makes you fully appreciates what a daunting experience climbing Everest really is.
