What is build in public and why should I do it?

Building in public means sharing your development journey on social media as you build your product. It helps you grow an audience, get early feedback, build credibility, and create marketing momentum before you even launch.

How does Makrly generate posts from my commits?

When you push code to GitHub, Makrly reads your commit messages and code changes. Our AI analyzes what you built, filters out mundane commits, and generates engaging social media posts tailored for each platform.

Is my code safe? What permissions do you need?

Yes, your code is safe. We only request read-only access to your repositories. We can't modify your code, create branches, or make any changes. We only read commit messages and diffs to understand what you're building.

Can I use my own AI API key?

Yes! You can bring your own API key from OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Google Gemini, or other providers through OpenRouter. This gives you full control over which AI model generates your posts.

Which platforms are supported?

Currently, Makrly generates posts optimized for X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and Facebook. Each platform gets a different version tailored to its audience and format.

Smarter AI suggestions with better reading of canvas text

The AI now understands and uses text annotations on your canvas to offer more relevant material suggestions and detailed insights, making it easier to find exactly what you need.

This update enhances how our AI reads and interprets the text annotations you add to your canvas, so its suggestions feel much more tailored to your project. Whether you're labeling something like "solar lighting" or another specific term, the AI picks up on that and recommends the right materials accordingly.

Clearer details and smarter suggestions
We've improved the image quality settings to better capture text details, making the AI's reading more accurate. The instructions guiding how the AI interprets placements are now clearer, resulting in more precise recommendations. Plus, with more room for analysis, the AI can provide deeper, more thoughtful insights.

Helpful search tips for faster material discovery
To make your workflow even smoother, the AI now suggests common related material categories based on what it reads, helping you explore options you might not have considered. Overall, these improvements bring a smarter, more user-friendly experience when working with your canvas.