Weekend Coding Challenge: Building a Command Line Todo App

Utkarsh NagarUtkarsh Nagar
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Introduction

Hey there, fellow developers! Let's be real – weekends are for coding experiments, right? Well, that's exactly how "todos" came into existence. Picture this: a 2-hour coding sprint on a lazy Sunday afternoon, resulting in a nifty CLI todo app that now simplifies my entire workweek. Let's dive into the story of "todos".

The Weekend Coding Frenzy:

This weekend, with a cup of coffee in hand and not a very cozy coding setup, I decided to tackle my task management woe. You know how it is – tasks piling up, post-it notes everywhere, and a desperate need for organization. I embarked on a mini-adventure with a clear goal in mind: create a command-line todo app that's lightning fast and super easy to use.

The Birth of "todos":

Armed with Python and fueled by a coding enthusiast's spirit, I started hacking away. The aim? Keep it simple, keep it developer-friendly. After a whirlwind of 2 hours, "todos" was born. Just like that, I had a CLI buddy that would forever change how I handled tasks.

The Down-to-Earth Tech: Sure, "todos" might not have a fancy origin story, but that's what makes it so relatable. It's a Python-powered app, no frills attached. The requirements? Just peek at the requirements.txt file, and you're golden. This down-to-earth approach ensured that "todos" doesn't overwhelm with complexity – it just does its job.

"todos" in Action:

  1. No-Nonsense Approach: "todos" isn't about bells and whistles. It's about getting things done, no distractions, just focus.

  2. Weekend Coder's Friend: "todos" gets the coder mindset. Its commands are like old friends, fitting perfectly into my terminal routine.

  3. Speedy and Snappy: I'm all about efficiency, and "todos" gets that. Adding, editing, or completing tasks is lightning-fast, leaving me with more coding time.

  4. Power of open Source: One this that is common in all of the projects I built is the power of open source. Todos is completely open-sourced and free to use.

The "todos" Wrap-up:

So there you have it, the tale of "todos." A 2-hour weekend adventure turned into an indispensable tool. It's not a polished corporate project; it's a coder's solution born out of sheer necessity. If you're searching for an app with a developer's soul – one that's simple, quick, and effective – "todos" is your answer.

Ready to Embrace Simplicity?:

Join me in embracing the "todos" revolution. Add some weekend coding magic to your workflow, streamline your tasks, and conquer your coding projects with a tool that's as real as it gets. Here's to the beauty of weekend projects and the coder's spirit – may they forever shape our coding journeys. Happy coding, my fellow developers! 🚀

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Utkarsh Nagar
Utkarsh Nagar

Developer and an Open Source Contributor. When not online he likes to spend time on self development and fitness.