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Coding Started to Feel Boring—So I Fixed It with a VS Code Extension

DEV Community·isa·5 months ago
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At some point, coding stopped being engaging.
Not difficult. Not frustrating. Just… boring.
So I built a VS Code extension to make it feel better.

The Idea

Most dev tools optimize for speed but I wanted to optimize for feeling.
The goal was to make coding more responsive and satisfying without adding distractions.

What It Does

It adds subtle feedback while you work:

  • small cues as you type
  • a sense of momentum
  • a smoother flow state

Nothing loud. Just enough to make coding feel less “dead”.

Why It Matters

When coding feels better, you:

  • stay focused longer
  • switch context less
  • enjoy the process more

Small improvements in how something feels add up over time.

Demo

Try it

https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=isaaskin.trailing-fun

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