Trendcat is a free Chrome extension developed by Ergenekon Yigit. It falls under the category of Browsers and specifically the subcategory of Add-ons & Tools. Trendcat is designed to enhance your browsing experience by providing you with trending repositories from GitHub and stories from HackerNews right on your new tab page.

With Trendcat, you can stay up to date with the latest and most popular repositories on GitHub. The extension fetches data from the GitHub API and displays the repositories based on their popularity. This feature is particularly useful for developers who want to discover new projects or stay informed about the latest trends in the programming world.

In addition to GitHub repositories, Trendcat also includes a column dedicated to HackerNews stories. This allows you to easily access and read the latest news and articles from the HackerNews community. By combining GitHub and HackerNews feeds, Trendcat offers a comprehensive and convenient way to keep yourself informed and inspired while browsing the web.

Overall, Trendcat is a simple and straightforward extension that adds value to your new tab page by providing you with trending repositories from GitHub and stories from HackerNews. It is a useful tool for developers and tech enthusiasts who want to stay updated with the latest trends and news in the programming world.