Developed a live status dashboard for developer utilities — seeking your feedback

Introducing DevTools.ink: A Real-Time Status Dashboard for Developer Services

As developers, staying informed about the operational status of key platforms like GitHub, npm, Vercel, Docker Hub, and AWS is essential—especially when troubleshooting issues or waiting for updates. To address the need for instant, reliable status information, I recently developed DevTools.ink, a dedicated real-time status monitoring tool designed specifically for developers.

What is DevTools.ink?

DevTools.ink is a lightweight, user-friendly web application that provides live updates on the health of various critical developer services. With just a few clicks, you can quickly verify whether a service is experiencing outages or disruptions without navigating multiple status pages. The platform offers:

Instantaneous, real-time monitoring of popular developer platforms such as GitHub, npm, Vercel, Docker Hub, and AWS.
Simple URL shortcuts, like devtools.ink/github, for rapid checks on specific services.
ChatGPT integration, enabling quick queries like “Is GitHub down?” with immediate answers.
Clean, ad-free interface focused solely on delivering clear, concise status updates.

Underlying Technology

The development stack behind DevTools.ink leverages modern technologies, including:

Next.js 14 for a fast, scalable front-end experience.
Redis (via Upstash) for real-time data handling and caching.
n8n workflows for automation and data orchestration.

Practical Usage: Saving Time During Outages

Recently, I encountered issues with npm not responding correctly—turns out it was a regional outage rather than a local problem. By quickly checking DevTools.ink, I identified the root cause in seconds instead of wasting half an hour on unnecessary debugging. This streamlined approach helps me react faster and minimizes downtime.

Call for Feedback

As this tool is still in its early stages, I’m eager to hear from fellow developers. What other services or APIs would you like integrated into DevTools.ink? Do you have suggestions to improve its usability? Your insights will be invaluable in making this tool even more useful and comprehensive.

Feel free to check out DevTools.ink here: https://devtools.ink. I look forward to your thoughts and contributions!

Stay informed, stay productive.