Features
forcePomo is designed with a "Zero-Decision" philosophy. Here’s how it helps you stay in the flow.
Fixed 30-Minute Cycles
Unlike traditional timers where you choose when to start, forcePomo runs on a fixed schedule:
- 00:00 - 00:25: Focus Phase
- 00:25 - 00:30: Break Phase
- 00:30 - 00:55: Focus Phase
- ... and so on.
By aligning with the clock, you don't have to "decide" to start work—the environment already has.
The Check-in Mechanism
To prevent passive "ghost" sessions, you must check-in within the first 15 minutes of a focus block.
- Active Commitment: Clicking check-in is your mental "start" trigger.
- Locked State: After 15 minutes, you can no longer check-in for the current session. This encourages you to be punctual with your focus.
Google Calendar Integration
forcePomo doesn't just track time; it logs your life.
- Automatic Logging: When you "Commit" at the end of a session, a 25-minute event is automatically created in your Google Calendar.
- Project Tagging: Categorize your sessions (e.g., Development, Study, Meeting) to see exactly where your time went.
Side Panel Experience (Extension Only)
The Chrome Extension lives in your browser's Side Panel.
- Always Visible: Monitor your remaining time without switching tabs.
- Low Friction: Start, check-in, and commit without ever leaving your current workflow.
Focus Tones & Visual Feedback
- Audio Cues: Distinct tones for the start and end of sessions.
- Phase Themes: The UI colors shift between Focus (Warm/Rose) and Break (Cool/Emerald) to change your mental context.