Lifestyle Util is a comprehensive personal management platform built for tech professionals who understand that sustainable productivity requires holistic well-being. It’s not just about working harder—it’s about living smarter.

Core Concepts

As someone deep in the tech industry, I realized that most tools optimize for output but ignore the human behind the keyboard. This project emerged from personal experience: burnout is real, and the best developers aren’t those who code 24/7, but those who balance ambition with wellness.

Features

• Wellness Tracker

  • Sleep quality monitoring
  • Exercise and movement logging
  • Mental health check-ins
  • Nutrition insights

• Productivity Analytics

  • Deep work session tracking
  • Focus time management
  • Context switching awareness
  • Burnout risk indicators

• Learning & Growth

  • Skill development roadmap
  • Reading list manager
  • Project portfolio tracking
  • Goal milestone tracker

• Life Balance Dashboard

  • Work-life balance metrics
  • Weekly reflection prompts
  • Habit tracking
  • Personal wins log

Philosophy Behind It

After years of optimizing for deadlines and shipping features, I learned that the most fulfilling career comes from sustainable practices. Lifestyle Util isn’t about productivity hacks—it’s about integrating tech career aspirations with a meaningful life.

Key insights from building this:

• Your health IS your wealth in tech careers
• Consistency beats intensity every time
• Learning compounds when you’re well-rested
• Side projects thrive when you’re not burnt out

Tech Stack

• React
• TypeScript
• Tailwind CSS
• Local storage for privacy

Try It Out

• Repository: @shinmccold/lifestyle-util
• Issues/Feedback: GitHub Issues

Connect

For discussions about tech life balance and sustainable engineering:

• Twitter: @shinmccold1
• Email: shinmccold@yahoo.com