Show HN: I made a website to find best bus seat to avoid the sun while traveling (sitinshade.com)

Article summary

The article presents a website that helps users find the best bus seat to avoid the sun while traveling. The website's functionality and potential applications are discussed in the comments. The discussion also touches on the challenges of adapting this concept to other modes of transportation, such as trains and flights. The website's idea and execution are appreciated by many commenters.

Main themes

• bus seat selection
• sun exposure
• transportation modes
• website functionality
• commercial potential
• user experience

What commenters say

• The website's concept can be applied to other modes of transportation, such as trains and flights, with some modifications.
• The use of internal databases and Open Street Map data can improve the website's functionality and accuracy.
• Some airplanes have automatic dimming windows, which can affect the choice of seat.
• The website's idea is useful, but its implementation may have limitations, such as not accounting for the sun's position in different hemispheres.
• The concept of choosing a seat based on sun exposure can be valuable for people who get sick or experience discomfort due to sun strobing.
• Integrating the website with other tools, such as shademap, can enhance its usefulness.
• The website's potential for commercial application is acknowledged, with possible partnerships with bus or train ticket sites.