Chrome Extension: Focus Timer & Website Blocker
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Frontend Engineer
Chrome Extension Developer
HTML5
JavaScript
Tailwind CSS
Focus Timer & Website Blocker Chrome Extension
A fully functional Chrome extension that combines a Pomodoro-style timer with website blocking capabilities. Built with modern web technologies and following Chrome Extension best practices.
Key Features
Customizable focus timer with start/stop/reset functionality
Website blocking system that prevents access to distracting sites
Clean, minimalist interface built with Tailwind CSS
Notification system for timer completion
Local storage for saving user preferences
Background service worker for persistent functionality
Technical Implementation
Built using HTML5, JavaScript, and Tailwind CSS
Implements Chrome Extension APIs:
Storage for saving settings
WebNavigation for site blocking
Notifications for alerts
Service Workers for background processes
Follows Manifest V3 guidelines
No external dependencies required
Project Status
Published on Chrome Web Store
Fully documented code
Production-ready
Regular updates and maintenance
Use Cases
Educational institutions
Remote work environments
Study groups
Personal productivity
Perfect starting point for developers looking to build similar productivity tools or learn Chrome extension development.
