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Description:
Statusbar app to help you remember to contribute every day on Github
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 0.3.10@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: github productivity developer-tools macos status-bar
Install: brew install --cask githubpulse
About:
GithubPulse is a macOS status bar application designed to encourage consistent open source contributions by tracking your daily GitHub activity. It provides a visual indicator of your commit status for the day, helping you maintain streaks and build a habit of regular coding. The tool integrates directly with your GitHub account to monitor activity in real-time.
Key Features:
  • Real-time GitHub activity monitoring
  • Visual status bar indicator for daily commits
  • Streak tracking to encourage consistency
  • Lightweight and non-intrusive interface
Use Cases:
  • Maintaining a daily coding habit for open source projects
  • Tracking personal contribution metrics without visiting GitHub
  • Motivating consistent engagement with software development
Alternatives:
  • WakaTime – WakaTime tracks time spent coding across various editors, while GithubPulse specifically focuses on GitHub commit activity and streaks.
  • GitHub Streaks – GitHub Streaks is a web-based dashboard, whereas GithubPulse offers a native macOS menu bar app for immediate status visibility.
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