Introducing DevTools.ink: A Real-Time Status Dashboard for Developer Services
In the fast-paced world of web development, staying informed about the operational status of essential tools and platforms is crucial. Frustrated with the sluggish response times of GitHub Actions and uncertainty about whether platform disruptions were on my end or theirs, I decided to create a solution — and today, I’m excited to share it with you.
Introducing DevTools.ink — a sleek, real-time monitoring service designed specifically for developers who need instant updates on the health of key platforms such as GitHub, npm, Vercel, Docker Hub, AWS, and more.
What Does DevTools.ink Offer?
- Immediate, real-time status updates for multiple developer services at a glance.
- Easy-to-remember URLs like devtools.ink/github for quick checks.
- Seamless ChatGPT integration that allows instant query responses. For example, asking “Is GitHub down?” will deliver an immediate status update.
- A clean, ad-free interface focused solely on delivering critical status information.
Under the Hood
The platform is built using Next.js 14, powered by Redis (via Upstash) for quick data caching, and orchestrates workflows using n8n to automate status checks efficiently.
Real-World Benefit
Just yesterday, I noticed npm was experiencing issues locally. A quick glance at DevTools.ink revealed it was a regional outage, saving me roughly 20 minutes of unnecessary debugging and guesswork.
Your Feedback Matters
This project is still in its early stages, and I’m eager to hear input from fellow developers. What services or tools would you like to see monitored? Do you have suggestions to improve the interface or functionality? Your insights will help shape the future of this platform.
Feel free to explore the current version at https://devtools.ink and share your thoughts. Together, we can make it an invaluable resource for all developers striving for smoother workflows.
Stay informed. Stay productive.
