Kernel – Modular and sandboxed Discord bot framework

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We've built an open-source Discord bot framework called Kernel that focuses on modularity, security, and developer control. Key features: * Plugin-based architecture: Load/unload/update modules dynamically from remote Git repos using slash commands. * Firejail sandboxing: Isolate each bot runtime in a secure Linux sandbox. * Self-updating: Both the framework and its modules support updates via slash commands. * Built with interactions.py (Python 3.13). Commands: * /kernel module load/unload/info/list/update * /kernel debug reboot/export/download * /kernel review info/update Tech stack: * Python 3.13 * Firejail * PM2 (for process management) * Slash command support via Discord API GitHub: [ https://github.com/Discord-Agora/Kernel ]( https://github.com/Discord-Agora/Kernel ) Quickstart: clone + pip install + run.sh We're building this for Discord bot developers who want more control, better security, and a plugin-first workflow. We’d love your feedback, thoughts, or contributions. Happy to collaborate or help others build on top of it!

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Product HuntOn track for Day 1 leaderboard · Strong signals: using, open · Missing: mac, agents, macos

70%70% predicted probability of success on Product Hunt, based on ML models trained on real launch data.

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Indie HackersFits the IH revenue-focused audience · Missing: supports, reddit linkedin, podcasting

55%55% predicted probability of success on Indie Hackers, based on ML models trained on real launch data.

TrustMRRLess likely to generate early MRR · Missing: mobile apps, ios, personal

43%43% predicted probability of success on TrustMRR, based on ML models trained on real launch data.

Hacker NewsMay not resonate with HN audience · Strong signals: io · Missing: https docs, excited, just released

40%40% predicted probability of success on Hacker News, based on ML models trained on real launch data.

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AppSumoMay struggle as an AppSumo deal · Missing: plus, platform, intuitive

34%34% predicted probability of success on AppSumo, based on ML models trained on real launch data.

Acquire.comPre-revenue stage for this audience · Missing: arr, mrr, revenue

13%13% predicted probability of success on Acquire.com, based on ML models trained on real launch data.

BetaListMay not resonate with beta-testers · Strong signals: collaborate · Missing: web3, chat, crypto

0%0% predicted probability of success on BetaList, based on ML models trained on real launch data.

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