Managing time spent on coding projects can often feel like trying to catch a slippery fish—challenging and elusive. However, with the

Xcode Time Tracker, you can effortlessly keep an eye on your development endeavors, ensuring that no second slips away unnoticed. In this blog, we’ll explore how to install and set up this handy tool, along with troubleshooting tips to smooth out any bumps along the way.

Getting Started with Xcode Time Tracker

This versatile tool tracks events that occur in Xcode by running scripts according to the behaviors defined in Xcode. The best part? It operates independently of the Xcode version, provided that it’s version 4 or higher. Not only that, but it seamlessly survives Xcode reinstalls, making it truly an “install and forget” utility.

Installation Steps

Before diving into the depths of coding, let’s set up Xcode Time Tracker. This process involves two simple but crucial steps:

• Step 1: Place scripts in the ~/.timecheck directory.
• Step 2: Configure Xcode behaviors to run these scripts each time you run your project.

Script Installation

Begin by running a sequence of commands to install the necessary scripts:

CURRENT=pwdcd mktemp -d
git clone https://github.com/PaulTaykal/xcode-time-tracker
cd xcode-time-tracker
sh .install.sh
cd ..
rm -rf xcode-time-tracker
cd $CURRENT

This will download and place project_start.py and project_end.py scripts in the ~/.timecheck directory.

Xcode Behaviors Setup

Now let’s configure Xcode to utilize those scripts effectively:

1. Edit Xcode Behaviors.
2. Set project_start.py as a custom script for start behaviors.
3. Set project_end.py as a custom script for end behaviors.

Completing the Installation

Once you’ve set everything up, you only need to check if the installation was successful. Build your project and verify that a new file has appeared in the ~/.timecheck directory. It should contain an entry that looks somewhat like this:

No project,HeyYouAreAwesome.xcworkspace,1597876725,1597876729,Build Succeeded,4

Visualizing Your Data

With your project data collected, it’s time to visualize it! The author used the R language for data visualization, which can beautifully represent your project statistics. Here’s an example of how it might look:

Troubleshooting Tips

Even the best-laid plans can hit a snag from time to time. If you run into issues, consider the following troubleshooting tips:

• Ensure that the scripts are correctly placed in the ~/.timecheck directory.
• Double-check your settings in Xcode Behaviors to confirm that scripts are linked correctly.
• If the csv file isn’t generating, ensure your project is built after the installation.

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Now, with your newly installed Xcode Time Tracker, you are ready to keep your coding efforts on track and visualize your progress in style. Happy coding!