My shell script automated half my week and I won’t change it
There are some tasks that haunt our week, aren’t there? For many, these are the repetitive, mind-numbing chores that pile up like digital clutter: sorting endless files, wading through overflowing inboxes, meticulously tracking bank statements, and managing various bills. For me, these weekly routines were less about productivity and more about pure, unadulterated mental drag.
I simply never enjoyed the cycle. The sheer repetition felt like a waste of valuable time that could be spent on something more meaningful. So, I decided the only logical solution was not to fight the process, but to eliminate it entirely. The answer, I discovered, lay in scripting.
I dove into the world of shell scripting and engineered a single, comprehensive automation system. The goal was simple: build a digital assistant that could handle the mundane so I could focus on the important.
The result is a system that is anything but mundane. It is a seamless digital ecosystem that quietly handles the heavy lifting of my weekly demands. This automation system tidies my digital files, intelligently processes emails, keeps my financial and health trackers perfectly updated, and even drafts a clear weekly agenda, all without me lifting a finger.
The magic of this setup lies in its connectivity. By connecting disparate services—including Gmail, Google Calendar, Notion, and even my financial accounts like Standard Chartered Bank—and utilizing scheduled jobs, the system runs the right tasks at the precise right time. It transforms chaotic weekly routines into efficient, automated flows.
It’s not just about saving time; it’s about reclaiming mental space. By delegating the tedious to code, I’ve managed to transform a source of frustration into a source of genuine efficiency, proving that automation isn’t just a technical trick—it’s a powerful tool for living a more intentional life.
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