https://github.com/zkokaja/opinionated-timer

A pomodoro-inspired timer menulet
https://github.com/zkokaja/opinionated-timer

macos menubar-app menulet pomodoro-technique productivity timers utility

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A pomodoro-inspired timer menulet

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/zkokaja/opinionated-timer
• Owner: zkokaja
• License: mit
• Created: 2020-01-12T17:48:31.000Z (almost 5 years ago)
• Default Branch: master
• Last Pushed: 2024-03-06T13:07:03.000Z (9 months ago)
• Last Synced: 2024-08-04T09:05:04.140Z (4 months ago)
• Topics: macos, menubar-app, menulet, pomodoro-technique, productivity, timers, utility
• Language: Swift
• Homepage:
• Size: 363 KB
• Stars: 8
• Watchers: 3
• Forks: 1
• Open Issues: 0
• Metadata Files:
  • Readme: README.md
  • License: LICENSE

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README

        


   

   Opinionated Timer



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I'm a timer "menulet" with a restricted set of functionality. There are other

timers around that have fancy bells and whistles, but I'm basic. I can only set

timers for 5, 25, or 55 minutes. This may seem limiting, but if you allow me to

shift your perspective a bit, then you may find it rewarding.

The core concept I embody is the [Pomodoro Technique]. It's simple: once you

decide on a task to accomplish, set me for 25 or 55 minutes, then do some

diligent work. When I ring, you take a short 5 minute break. Rinse and repeat

until you're done with the task, taking longer breaks at some intervals. By

committing yourself to an amount of time dedicated for productivity, you will

be less tempted to be allow yourself to be distracted.

## Usage

Once I'm installed, you'll find me in your top right menu bar among other handy items:



Where you can choose a time interval: 



When the time's up, I'll let you know:



## Installation

Options:

1. Download the app from GitHub releases,

   [here (zip)](https://github.com/zkokaja/opinionated-timer/releases/latest/download/OpinionatedTimer.zip).

2. Build with XCode then go to Product -> Archive to get a `.app` file.

## Developer

The code is very simply and self explanatory. The main functionality comes

from the `User Notifications` developer library.

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[Pomodoro Technique]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique