Show HN: DoScript – Automation language with English-like syntax

2 points

4 months ago

I got frustrated with bash/PowerShell syntax for simple automation, so I built DoScript - an automation language that reads like English.

Example:

    make folder "Backup"
    for_each file_in "Documents"
        if_ends_with ".pdf"
            copy {file_path} to "Backup"
        end_if
    end_for

Built in Python. Includes a visual node-based IDE for building workflows graphically. Only 8.5 MB installer, works cross-platform.

I designed the syntax and language structure (~90%), used AI to help with the Python implementation. Currently v0.6.6 - I use it daily for file organization, backups, and system monitoring.

Features: file ops, JSON/CSV handling, HTTP requests, time-based conditionals, system monitoring, and more.

Would love feedback from the HN community!