Introducing DevTools.ink: A Real-Time Status Dashboard for Developer Services
As developers, we often rely on multiple platforms—GitHub, npm, Vercel, Docker Hub, AWS—and when something goes awry, it can be frustrating and time-consuming to identify the problem. To streamline this process, I’ve recently launched DevTools.ink, a dedicated status monitoring tool designed to provide instant insights into the health of key developer services.
What is DevTools.ink?
DevTools.ink is a straightforward, real-time status web application that keeps tabs on the operational status of popular developer platforms and services. It allows users to quickly verify if a service is experiencing outages or issues—saving precious debugging time. The site features simple, easy-to-remember URLs such as devtools.ink/github for instant status checks. Additionally, it offers integration with ChatGPT, enabling you to ask questions like “Is GitHub down?” and receive immediate answers.
Features & Benefits
- Live Monitoring: Continuous updates on the status of services including GitHub, npm, Vercel, Docker Hub, AWS, and more.
- Ease of Access: Single-click URLs for rapid status verification without navigating through multiple sites.
- Smart Support: ChatGPT integration for conversational insights—ideal for quick diagnostics.
- Clean & Ad-Free: Focused purely on service status without intrusive ads or clutter.
Technical Details
Behind the scenes, DevTools.ink is built with Next.js 14, leveraging Redis (via Upstash) for real-time data caching, and orchestrated with n8n workflows to automate status checks and updates efficiently.
Practical Use Case
Recently, I noticed npm was underperforming. Instead of wasting time on unnecessary debugging, I checked DevTools.ink and confirmed there was a regional outage, which saved me about 20 minutes of troubleshooting. This kind of immediate insight proves invaluable during critical development cycles.
Call for Feedback
I am eager to hear from the developer community! What additional services or tools would you like integrated into DevTools.ink? Your suggestions will help enhance its usefulness for real-world workflows.
Feel free to explore the platform at https://devtools.ink, and let me know your thoughts or features you’d find most helpful. Together, we can make troubleshooting smoother and more efficient for everyone.
