Show HN: Build native iOS widgets from any HTTPS endpoint

Category: devtools

Tags: ios, widgets, no-code, api, dashboard

Score: 6.3/10 (Innovation: 7, Technical: 6, Documentation: 7, Utility: 6)

Dashlet lets users create native iOS widgets (Home Screen, Lock Screen, Apple Watch) by visually mapping any HTTPS endpoint returning JSON, XML, or images. It eliminates the need for custom app development for simple dashboards, stores credentials securely on-device, and supports background refresh. This is an innovative combination of a no-code data mapping tool with native widget integration.

Target audience: iOS users, developers, home automation enthusiasts, and anyone needing quick access to API data on their devices

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