Today I decided the main features of my project. I planned a subject-wise timetable and revision tracker. I found it hard to keep features limited, but I learned that simple is better. Next, I’ll start working on the basic structure.
Smart Study Focus is a Chrome extension I made to help myself (and other students) stay focused while studying. It blocks distracting sites like YouTube and Instagram so you can’t open them during study time. I built it using JavaScript and Chrome’s extension system. Through this project, I learned how browser extensions really work, how to fix bugs, and how to make something that other people can actually use too.
I fixed a major bug where my extension only worked on my laptop.
The issue was missing permissions and wrong rules.
I updated the manifest and background script so it now blocks YouTube and Instagram on any browser.
This taught me how real browser extensions are shipped and tested.
Next: I want to add a toggle button and a timer
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I’m working on my first project! This is so exciting. I can’t wait to share more updates as I build.
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