What is Ziit?
Ziit ("tseet") is a self-hostable, open-source WakaTime alternative that tracks coding activity via editor integrations. It shows project, language, OS, editor, and time stats on a clean, privacy-focused dashboard.
Problem
Users currently rely on closed-source code time tracking tools like WakaTime, facing privacy concerns and limited customization due to lack of self-hosting options and data control.
Solution
A self-hostable, open-source dashboard tool that lets users track coding activity via editor integrations, visualize project/language/OS/editor stats, and maintain full data ownership through a privacy-focused interface.
Customers
Developers and engineering teams prioritizing data privacy, open-source enthusiasts, and organizations needing customizable code analytics (demographics: tech-savvy, 20-45 age range, frequent IDE users).
Unique Features
Self-hostable architecture, open-source codebase (MIT license), editor-agnostic tracking, and privacy-centric design without third-party data sharing.
User Comments
Solves privacy worries of cloud-based trackers
Easy integration with VS Code/IntelliJ
Dashboard simplifies team reporting
Self-hosting setup took 15 minutes
Lacks mobile app but active GitHub updates
Traction
Launched on Product Hunt (Oct 2023) with 500+ upvotes
1.2k GitHub stars
5k+ self-hosted installations
Used by 120+ teams (per GitHub discussions)
Market Size
The global developer tools market was valued at $4.4 billion in 2021 (Grand View Research), with time-tracking software growing at 18% CAGR through 2030.
