Indie iOS apps, built in public
beforeSleep is home to indie iOS apps by Rex — WidgetNote for visual notes on an infinite canvas and home screen widgets, GroceryGen for smart grocery lists with receipt scanning and meal planning, and Eyecares for healthy screen-time and eye-rest reminders.
Frequently asked questions
What is beforeSleep?
beforeSleep is the home for indie iOS apps built in public by Rex, an independent software engineer. Each app — WidgetNote, GroceryGen and Eyecares — is designed to solve one real, everyday problem with a focus on craft and clarity.
What apps can I download here?
WidgetNote (visual sticky notes on an infinite canvas and home screen widgets), GroceryGen (a smart grocery list app with receipt scanning and meal planning) and Eyecares (20-20-20 eye-rest reminders for healthier screen time). DoWeNeedAI, an AI-readiness tool for small businesses, is in development.
Are these apps free?
WidgetNote and Eyecares are free to download with optional premium features. GroceryGen is free to download with a subscription that unlocks the full feature set. You can grab them all on the App Store.
Who builds these apps?
Rex (Kuan Hsiung Chen), an indie iOS developer who builds in public and shares the journey along the way.