Ariel’s Flow Tools is a self-initiated suite of lightweight productivity tools designed to support focus, time-blocking, and work visibility. Built as simple browser-based tools and hosted through GitHub Pages, the collection includes session timers, Pomodoro-style break support, task framing, and a team availability indicator. The project reflects my interest in turning everyday workflow friction into practical, accessible digital tools.
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, GitHub Pages, Raspberry Pi, kiosk mode, weather API, Notion, shared calendar integration.
Magic Mirror was a custom-built smart display designed to solve household organization pain points before commercial options like Skylight were commonplace. The physical build used a TV, special mirrored glass, and a custom poplar frame built by my husband, while I owned the digital system end-to-end. I programmed a dynamic default page using GitHub and ran it on a Raspberry Pi, eventually configuring the device in kiosk mode so it could rotate through shared calendars and a Notion page I could update remotely without touching the device itself.
The display also pulled live weather through an API, and I manually programmed custom language to turn the forecast into practical household prompts, such as whether to bring a jacket, use sunscreen, or prepare for rain. The result was a fully custom, subscription-free information hub with no required upgrades, no locked ecosystem, and complete control over the interface and content.
