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From Prototype to Polish: Gematria Calculator v1.0.1 is Here!

November 17, 2025 by Jason Brain

 


A little while ago, I shared the initial version of my Gematria Calculator, a simple tool for decoding words with numerology. The response was fantastic, and it motivated me to transform that early prototype into a truly polished and full-featured application.

After a lot of work on the user experience and overall design, I'm thrilled to announce the official release of Gematria Calculator v1.0.1!

A Focus on Design and User Experience

My primary goal for this release was to create a design that is not only powerful but also a pleasure to use. The feedback was clear: the tool needed to be as intuitive as it was comprehensive. Here’s what’s new on the design front:

  • Modern & Responsive UI: The entire interface has been redesigned to be clean, modern, and fully responsive. Whether you're on a desktop or your phone, the experience is seamless.
  • Light & Dark Modes: The calculator now automatically detects your system's theme preference. Of course, you can always toggle between light and dark modes manually with the new theme switcher in the header.
  • Immersive Scrolling: To keep the focus on the content, the header and footer now intelligently hide as you scroll down and reappear when you scroll up, creating a distraction-free environment for your research.
  • Redesigned Systems Selector: The system selection is no longer just a list; it's a powerful and user-friendly overlay. You can now quickly select the base systems, select all, or clear your choices with dedicated buttons.

More Than Just a Pretty Face: Packed with Features

Beyond the visual overhaul, version 1.0.1 is packed with features that make it a robust tool for both newcomers and seasoned researchers:

  • Extensive System Support: The calculator now supports 28 different gematria systems, from core methods like Ordinal and Standard to more esoteric ones like Primes, Sumerian, and Alphanumeric Qabbala (AQ).
  • New Informational Resources: To make the tool more educational, I've added two new pages:
    • About Gematria: A detailed article on the history, meaning, and cultural significance of gematria.
    • Gematria Ciphers: A complete reference guide with value tables for every single supported system.
  • SEO & Social Sharing: The entire site has been optimized for search engines and social media. Sharing a link will now generate a rich, descriptive preview, making it easier to share your findings.

Try It Now and What's Next

This release establishes a solid foundation for the Gematria Calculator, and I'm excited for you to try it out.

This project has been a fantastic journey so far, and I'm already thinking about what's next. Have a feature you'd like to see or a system you'd like added? Feel free to open an issue on the GitHub repository.

Thank you for following along!


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