Welcome to HackerNoon’s Projects of the Week, where we spotlight standout projects from the Proof of Usefulness Hackathon, HackerNoon’s competition designed to measure what actually matters: real utility over hype.Each week, we’ll highlight projects that demonstrate clear usefulness, technical execution, and real-world impact - backed by data, not buzzwords. Proof of Usefulness Hackathon This week, we’re excited to share three projects that have proven their utility by solving concrete problems for real users: InfoFusion Hubs, Firefox Managed Session Controller, and NoteOCR. InfoFusion Hubs InfoFusion Hubs Firefox Managed Session Controller Firefox Managed Session Controller NoteOCR. NoteOCR Want to see your own project spotlighted here?
Join the Proof of Usefulness Hackathon to get on our radar. Want to see your own project spotlighted here? Want to see your own project spotlighted here? Join the Proof of Usefulness Hackathon to get on our radar. Join the Proof of Usefulness Hackathon Meet the Projects of The Week InfoFusion Hubs InfoFusion Hubs InfoFusion Hubs https://hackernoon.com/infofusion-hubs-earns-a-14-proof-of-usefulness-score-by-building-a-multi-niche-tech-education-platform?embedable=true https://hackernoon.com/infofusion-hubs-earns-a-14-proof-of-usefulness-score-by-building-a-multi-niche-tech-education-platform?embedable=true InfoFusion Hubs is a multi-niche blogging platform covering artificial intelligence, technology, web development, SEO, and digital marketing. The platform focuses on well-researched, easy-to-understand content that helps readers stay updated with modern tech trends. InfoFusion Hubs InfoFusion Hubs exists as the rapid evolution of AI and digital tools creates a massive need for accessible, beginner-friendly educational resources that bridge the gap between technical complexity and everyday utility. Proof of Usefulness score: +14 / 1000 Proof of Usefulness score: +14 / 1000 See InfoFusion Hubs’ full Proof of Usefulness report
Read their story on HackerNoon See InfoFusion Hubs’ full Proof of Usefulness report See InfoFusion Hubs’ full Proof of Usefulness report See InfoFusion Hubs’ full Proof of Usefulness report Read their story on HackerNoon Read their story on HackerNoon Read their story on HackerNoon Firefox Managed Session Controller Firefox Managed Session Controller Firefox Managed Session Controller https://hackernoon.com/firefox-managed-session-controller-earns-a-36-proof-of-usefulness-score-by-building-an-open-source-digital-wellness-tool?embedable=true https://hackernoon.com/firefox-managed-session-controller-earns-a-36-proof-of-usefulness-score-by-building-an-open-source-digital-wellness-tool?embedable=true Firefox Managed Session Controller is an open-source technical solution designed to help parents manage internet access on Ubuntu systems. With a focus on digital wellness, this project aims to protect children from unrestricted internet exposure while allowing them to leverage technology for work and learning. Firefox Managed Session Controller Firefox Managed Session Controller Proof of Usefulness score: +36 / 1000 Proof of Usefulness score: +36 / 1000 See Firefox Managed Session Controller’s full Proof of Usefulness report
Read their story on HackerNoon See Firefox Managed Session Controller’s full Proof of Usefulness report See Firefox Managed Session Controller’s full Proof of Usefulness report See Firefox Managed Session Controller’s full Proof of Usefulness report Read their story on HackerNoon Read their story on HackerNoon Read their story on HackerNoon NoteOCR NoteOCR NoteOCR https://hackernoon.com/noteocr-earns-a-36-proof-of-usefulness-score-by-building-handwritten-note-digitization-tools?embedable=true https://hackernoon.com/noteocr-earns-a-36-proof-of-usefulness-score-by-building-handwritten-note-digitization-tools?embedable=true NoteOCR is a productivity tool designed to help students and professionals convert handwritten notes, tables, and scanned documents into editable digital files. NoteOCR Using the app, users can upload handwritten notes, tabular data, and scanned documents and have them converted into editable digital documents. It is intended to assist students and professionals in reducing hours of manual typing while increasing productivity. Proof of Usefulness score: +36 / 1000 Proof of Usefulness score: +36 / 1000 See NoteOCR’s full Proof of Usefulness report
Read their story on HackerNoon See NoteOCR’s full Proof of Usefulness report See NoteOCR’s full Proof of Usefulness report See NoteOCR’s full Proof of Usefulness report Read their story on HackerNoon Read their story on HackerNoon Read their story on HackerNoon You Too Can Get Scored What is Proof of Usefulness? It's our answer to a web drowning in vaporware and empty promises. We evaluate projects based on:▪️ Real user adoption▪️ Sustainable revenue▪️ Technical stability▪️ Genuine utilityProjects score from -100 to +1000. Top scorers compete for$20K in cash and $130K+ in software credits. $20K in cash and $130K+ in software credits. You’ll be in good company. The hackathon is backed by teams who ship production software for a living - Bright Data,  Neo4j, Storyblok, Algolia, and HackerNoon. Bright Data Bright Data Neo4j, Neo4j Storyblok, Storyblok Algolia, Algolia HackerNoon HackerNoon P.S. The clock is ticking - Only 3 months and 3 prize rounds remaining! Don't leave money on the table - get in early! P.S. The clock is ticking - Only 3 months and 3 prize rounds remaining! Don't leave money on the table - get in early! P.S. The clock is ticking - Only 3 months and 3 prize rounds remaining! Don't leave money on the table - get in early! What happens when you submit: 1. Get your free Proof of Usefulness score instantly2. Your submission becomes a HackerNoon article (published within days)3. Compete for monthly prizes4. All participants get rewards Complete guide on how to submit here. Complete guide on how to submit here. Complete guide on how to submit here. 👉 Submit Your Project Now! 👉 Submit Your Project Now! 👉 Submit Your Project Now! 👉 Submit Your Project Now! Thanks for building useful things!P.S. Submissions roll monthly through June 2026. Get in early!

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