Omodoro - simple python script to use the pomodoro technique

Hello everyone,
did you ever have the feeling that your productivity is not high enough?
That you're wasting too much time on reddit, facebook, youtube or <insert-online-community-here>?
Maybe you should try the pomodoro technique! It keeps you focused on important tasks, lets you set goals to achieve and also makes sure that you take breaks to regain energy.
I wrote a simple python script to work with the pomodoro technique. It's called omodoro. It displays reminders and ensures that you do your tasks but also take your breaks.
Maybe anyone of you wants to try it out and provide feedback - it would be appreciated!
It's available on github: omodoro
There's also a PKGBUILD in the AUR:
https://aur.archlinux.org/packages/omodoro-git/
I hope, you like it!
Greetings,
Oliver
Last edited by okraits (2014-02-11 22:17:54)

I've always wanted to try the pomodoro technique out but never actually have. I guess this is my excuse to do it. Looks like a nice little script; I'll check it out when I get the chance.

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