Hi, I’m Tim — the creator of Checklist Genie, and a longtime app builder behind projects like PowerHound, Newsmeister, Total Recall Memory Game, and Aloha Planner.
Each of those apps taught me something different — from game design and content delivery to building great user experiences with React and Unity. Checklist Genie brings all of that experience together into one focused tool I now use every single day.
I originally built it to simplify how I manage both work and life. From tracking product features and bugs, to sharing grocery lists with my family — Checklist Genie keeps everything organized and easy to access.
Here’s what I love about using it:
✅ I can plan and track daily routines with a clean, fast UI
🛒 I share lists with my wife for groceries, errands, and travel prep
🧠 I manage product ideas, bug fixes, and priorities in one place
🔁 I schedule repeating tasks and habits without it feeling overwhelming
🎤 I can speak or snap a photo to create new checklists instantly
It’s built with SwiftUI, synced through Firebase, and powered by RevenueCat for subscriptions — but more importantly, it’s designed to stay out of your way and help you get stuff done.
If you liked my past apps, I think you’ll find this one the most refined and useful yet. Can’t wait to hear what you think!
– Tim
Dope Notes
Origin Story
Checklist Genie grew out of two earlier projects — @Dope Notes and @Aloha Planner App . Both had their strengths, but I wanted something simpler: a tool focused purely on routines and checklists, without the clutter. So I built Checklist Genie for iOS using SwiftUI, Firebase, and ChatGPT — to take advantage of modern UI, smoother performance, and tighter system integration.
The Core Idea
It started with a personal need to better capture tasks, track habits, and share lists. I took the flexibility of Dope Notes and Aloha Planner, then stripped everything down to what mattered most — speed, simplicity, and clarity.
Built-in Intelligence
From there, I created something light and intuitive, with voice input, smart routines, and real-time sync at its core. Later, I layered in AI to turn voice and images into actionable checklists — helping users go from idea to organized in seconds.
How It Works: “Packing list for a weekend camping trip to Yosemite”
Say this out loud or type it in, and Checklist Genie will instantly generate something like:
Tent & stakes
Sleeping bag & pad
Headlamp with extra batteries
Camp stove & fuel
Reusable utensils & mess kit
Cooler with food & drinks
First aid kit
Hiking boots
Warm layers & rain jacket
Sunscreen & bug spray
National park pass
Trash bags (leave no trace!)
The Result
Checklist Genie is the result — shaped by past lessons, guided by simplicity, and designed for anyone who wants to get things done without overthinking it.
Thank You
With so many new apps launching every day, I really appreciate you taking the time to check out Checklist Genie. If you have any questions or feedback, I’d love to hear it!
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@chrismessina
"checklists that create themselves!"
You nailed it. Thank you so much for the support and hunt!
So, if I understood correctly, can it be shared and edited by the person I shared it with? Or only seen by that person?
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@busmark_w_nika
Yes, with Checklist Genie, any list you share can be fully edited by the person you shared it with. They can check off items, add new ones, or make changes in real time — and it all stays perfectly synced.
@tim_holmgren1 That's pretty cool (and interactive) :)
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@busmark_w_nika
Thanks, and thank you again for the support.
@tim_holmgren1 You are welcome! :)