Hi everyone! I’m excited to introduce my latest project, Promptly – a desktop reminder application designed to help you stay on top of your tasks and events. This project combines my passion for coding with the practical need for efficient time management.
Project Overview:
In our busy lives, it's easy to forget important tasks and events. Promptly is here to ensure that doesn't happen. With Promptly, you can set reminders for your tasks and receive timely notifications, all thanks to the power of Python and SQLite.
Development Journey
Backend Development:
The core of Promptly is its robust backend, developed in Python. I started by creating a notification script using the toastify library to send desktop notifications. Each reminder is stored in an SQLite database, which provides a lightweight yet powerful way to manage data.
Notification System:
The notification system uses APScheduler to check for due reminders at regular intervals. If a reminder is due, it triggers a notification. One challenge was ensuring notifications only appear once per reminder, which I solved by tracking when each notification was sent.
Database Management:
SQLite was an obvious choice for managing reminders. It's lightweight and easy to integrate with Python. The database schema is simple yet effective, with fields for the task description, date, and time.
Front-End Development:
While the backend is nearly complete, I’m also planning the front end. The goal is to create a user-friendly interface, allowing users to easily add and view reminders.
Current State:
So far, the backend is functioning as expected. Reminders are stored in the database and notifications are sent at the appropriate times.
Future Improvements:
I have exciting plans for Promptly’s future. This includes enhancing the user interface, adding recurring reminders, and integrating with other calendar systems. I’d love to hear your suggestions!
Conclusion:
Promptly is more than just a project; it's a tool designed to enhance productivity. I’m thrilled to share it with you and hope you find it as useful as I do. Check out the GitHub repository https://github.com/Fortune-0/Promptly to explore the code and try it out yourself. Your feedback is invaluable!
Call to Action:
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