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Hacker News dataset
Get insight into technology trends, startup advancements, and the pulse of the technology community
- Available as a custom dataset
- Tap into all major Hacker News data points
- 100% compliant scraping
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{
"type": "object",
"fields": {
"posts": {
"type": "array",
"active": true,
"items": {
"type": "object",
"fields": {
"post_id": {
"type": "text",
"active": true,
"sample_value": "12345678"
},
"title": {
"type": "text",
"active": true,
"sample_value": "New AI breakthrough in machine learning"
},
"author": {
"type": "text",
"active": true,
"sample_value": "johndoe"
},
"points": {
"type": "integer",
"active": true,
"sample_value": 150
},
"comment_count": {
"type": "integer",
"active": true,
"sample_value": 42
},
"post_url": {
"type": "url",
"active": true,
"sample_value": "https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=12345678"
},
"submission_date": {
"type": "text",
"active": true,
"sample_value": "2023-10-25T12:34:56Z"
},
"post_type": {
"type": "text",
"active": true,
"sample_value": "story"
},
"tags": {
"type": "array",
"active": true,
"items": {
"type": "text",
"sample_value": "AI"
}
}
}
}
},
"related_searches": {
"type": "array",
"active": true,
"items": {
"type": "object",
"fields": {
"related_search_term": {
"type": "text",
"active": true,
"sample_value": "machine learning"
},
"related_search_link": {
"type": "url",
"active": true,
"sample_value": "https://news.ycombinator.com/search?query=machine+learning"
}
}
}
},
"url": {
"type": "url",
"required": true,
"active": true,
"sample_value": "https://news.ycombinator.com"
}
}
}
Hacker News dataset sample
Choose from fully managed or self-managed datasets. The fully managed dataset offers a hands-off experience managed by our partners, while self-managed custom datasets allow you to set up the project and validation rules yourself.
The Hacker News dataset data points may include: post title, author, points, comment count, post URL, submission date, and more.
THE PROCESS
Automated dataset creation platform
Streamline your data-collection process so you can focus on what matters.
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Initial setup
Add the URLs of your target website.
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Sample creation
Get AI-generated schema and sample. Set up validation rules.
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Proof of concept
The scraper is built based on schema and validation rules.
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Data collection & delivery
Data is collected and delivered.
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File output formats
JSON, NDJSON, JSON Lines, CSV, Parquet. Optional .gz compression.
Flexible delivery
Snowflake, Amazon S3 bucket, Google Cloud, Azure, and SFTP.
Scalable data
Scale without worrying about infra, proxy servers, or blocks.
Cost savings
Customize any dataset using filters and formatting options.
Code maintenance
Datasets are maintained based on website structure changes.
Simplified integrations
Benefit from integrations with Snowflake and AWS.
24/7 support
A dedicated team of data professionals is here to help.
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Data is ethically obtained and compliant with all privacy laws.
Get structured and reliable Hacker News data
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High-volume web data
With our unblocking capabilities and round-the-clock IP rotation we ensure access to all data points on a website.
Data for immediate use
Every aspect of the data collection process is thoroughly validated as part of our robust data validation process.
Automated data flow
Create custom schedules to automate data delivery and watch the data flow seamlessly into your storage.
How companies use Hacker News datasets
Venture trends
Investors and venture capitalists use the Hacker News dataset to identify budding startups, emerging investment trends, and sectors gaining popularity. Examining discussions and sentiment around new technologies and entrepreneurial ventures helps spot potential investment opportunities and forecast shifts in the tech landscape.
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Innovation planning
Hacker News' dataset provides an in-depth view of the tech industry's landscape and allows organizations to benchmark their innovations, stay abreast of technological breakthroughs, and formulate future-focused business strategies based on discussions and trends highlighted in the dataset.
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Sector monitoring
A rapidly evolving digital landscape requires companies to monitor discussions around technology and startups to foresee and manage risks. Real-time community engagement allows companies to swiftly address issues that could adversely affect their reputation and market position.
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