herm1t

herm1t is an independent software publisher specializing in lightweight Windows desktop utilities, with a catalog of three focused tools that address automation, input customization, and interface management. The publisher's flagship application, AutoLauncher, is a sequential application launcher built with a WPF graphical interface that allows users to define and execute an ordered list of programs, starting each one in turn rather than all at once. This makes it particularly useful for users who need to control startup sequences, manage resource-heavy applications during system boot, or script predictable workspace initialization without writing batch files. The second product, ReKey, is a low-level keyboard remapper that intercepts keystrokes system-wide using the WH_KEYBOARD_LL Windows hook, enabling users to reassign key behavior across every application rather than on a per-program basis, which suits accessibility needs, custom workflow layouts, and users working with non-standard hardware. The third utility, TaskbarHider, operates as a background daemon that keeps the Windows taskbar hidden across all connected monitors by leveraging WinEvent hooks to respond to system events that would otherwise restore the taskbar, making it valuable for kiosk setups, clean-screen recording environments, and users who prefer an unobstructed desktop. Taken together, the herm1t catalog reflects a consistent design philosophy: small, single-purpose utilities that hook directly into the Windows operating system at a low level to modify default behavior, rather than large integrated suites. The typical audience includes power users, system administrators, and developers who want precise control over how Windows launches applications, processes keyboard input, and presents its shell interface. Each tool targets a distinct layer of the desktop experience, from program execution to input handling to shell visibility, offering practical solutions for customization and automation scenarios that built-in Windows settings do not adequately cover.