Focus Timer
Creating a pomodoro focus timer with React
I have always been obsessed with productivity and looking for ways to improve and be more efficient.
Distraction in the Digital World
One of the biggest challenges we face in the modern world is distraction and lack of focus. Our phones and digital devices are engineered to hook us and distract us at all times. The issue is that when we lose focus, there are veritable switching costs associated with moving from one activity to another and it can take up to 20 minutes or more to regain our focus.
The Pomodoro Method
One of the classic strategies for keeping focus is the pomodoro method or pomodoro technique. Invented by xx, the technique is simple to follow:
- Set your focus intention. Pick a single task to focus on during the pomodoro.
- Set a timer for 25 minutes. During this time you should only focus on a single task. No multi-tasking!
- Take a break. Set a timer for 5 minutes to take a break.
- Repeat. After completing four 25-minute pomodoro work sessions, take a longer break.
Creating a web app to improve the experience
While there are no shortage of pomodoro timers on the Internet, I wanted to create something new and help improve the experience.
User Experience
- Set your intention
- Select your focus badge,
- and track your pomodoros like never before!