I built an open-source website blocker to fight my own distractions—here’s what I learned.

I love the internet, but I hate how easily it hijacks my focus.

Like most of you, I open my laptop with the best intentions. I tell myself:

Just check one email—ends up deep-cleaning my inbox.

Fix a tiny bug—suddenly, I’m redesigning the whole website.

Take a short break—30 minutes later, I am lost watching Youtube viral videos

Sound familiar?

The internet is engineered to steal our attention. So, I built Ashdeck—a free, open-source website blocker and Pomodoro timer to fight back.

🔹 Block distracting websites when it’s time to work
🔹 Use the Pomodoro technique for structured deep work
🔹 Track productivity and stay mindful of focus habits

What actually helps you stay productive?