Open-source tool HustleCraft AI manages invoices and taxes locally for freelancers

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HustleCraft AI is a new open-source financial tool designed for freelancers and solo entrepreneurs. It processes invoices and receipts entirely on a user's local device, ensuring client data privacy. The software automates the structuring of invoice data, categorizes expenses for tax deductions, and projects quarterly tax obligations. It aims to replace subscription-based cloud accounting services with a one-time purchase model.

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