Beneficial Computing is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit based in New York City.
We make computer programs help people navigate systems to fulfill unmet needs.
Current projects
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Claimant.us
A set of tools to help people get disability benefits. Right now, we're focused on actively developing tools for pro-bono lawyers, to prepare for piloting in early-mid 2025. To connect, please email nick@claimant.us.
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Housing Court Answers Chatbot
Helping with Josef Legal's chatbot to answer repair questions by tenants in NYC, in collaboration with Housing Court Answers and NYU. Responsibilities included data analysis, testing, legal research, knowledge base editing, and configuration. With near 100% reliability, the bot will soon be available on Housing Court Answer's website.
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Redeposit Tool
Engineering NYU housing law professor Sateesh Nori's "Redeposit" tool to help NY tenants reclaim their security deposits. Release anticipated in the next few months.
To get in touch for any general inquiries, please email nick@computegood.org