🧠Reflex CLI — Building an AI-Powered Productivity Tracker for Developers, From the Terminal

Reflex CLI is a terminal-based productivity tool designed for developers to log work, stay focused, and gain AI-powered insights. It addresses the need for a minimal, offline-first alternative to bloated productivity platforms. The tool allows users to manage tasks, run Pomodoro-style focus sessions, and reflect on their work using AI reviews from various providers. Reflex stores data locally using SQLite, ensuring privacy and offline functionality. Challenges included cross-platform compatibility, prompt tuning for AI reviews, and inconsistent API responses. The developer learned the importance of prompt engineering, respecting developer context, and the practicality of local LLMs. Reflex offers features like task management, focus tracking, and AI-driven reflection, all within the terminal. Future plans include threaded logs, weekly summaries, goal-based tracking, and API plugin support. Reflex aims to provide developers with control over their data, a fast workflow, and meaningful AI insights. The tool can be easily installed and configured to start improving developer productivity.