Nami App
A notes app that adapts to your cognitive capacity in real-time. Instead of forcing users to adapt to the app, the interface changes based on a simple 1-5 energy scale.
Interactive Demo: Try The Experience
Energy-Adaptive Interface
Select your current energy level to see how the interface adapts:
Interface Complexity: 3/5
Live Three-Bucket Demo
Brain Dump
0Working On
0Reference
0Note-Taking Flow Animation
Think
Capture
Organize
3-second rule: From thought to saved note in under 3 seconds
The Productivity App Cycle
Monday
High energy, sets up complex organization system
Tuesday
Medium energy, system feels overwhelming
Wednesday
Low energy, can't figure out where to put notes
Thursday
Guilt about "failing" the system again
Friday
Abandons app, looks for new solution
This cycle is especially brutal for neurodivergent developers who experience dramatic fluctuations in executive function.
Energy-Adaptive Interface
Minimal Mode
Just capture thoughts quickly when executive function is compromised
Available Features:
- Simple capture input
- Auto-save every 2 seconds
- No decisions required
Basic Mode
Capture plus recent notes for context without overwhelming options
Available Features:
- Capture input
- Last 5 notes visible
- Simple organization
Organized Mode
Full three-bucket system with search and basic organization tools
Available Features:
- Three-bucket sorting
- Basic search
- Recent notes
- Simple tagging
Enhanced Mode
Additional features like voice input and advanced organization
Available Features:
- Voice input
- Advanced search
- Bucket management
- Export options
Full Mode
All features including bulk operations and advanced customization
Available Features:
- Bulk operations
- Custom workflows
- Advanced filters
- Full customization
The 3-Bucket Philosophy
Brain Dump
Raw thoughts, no organization required
Capture everything without pressure to categorize or perfect. The cognitive equivalent of a junk drawer - essential and valid.
Examples:
Working On
Active projects and current focus
Things you're actively thinking about or need to act on soon. The 'hot' items that deserve attention.
Examples:
Reference
Information to keep for later
Useful information that doesn't need immediate action but might be valuable later. Your personal knowledge base.
Examples:
Design Principles
Forgiveness Over Perfection
3-Second Rule: Capture any thought within 3 seconds of opening. No guilt about messy notes or imperfect organization.
Implementation: Auto-save, no required fields, accept any input format
Bad Day Test
App works perfectly when you have minimal cognitive capacity. Your worst executive function day is the design target.
Implementation: Energy level 1-2 modes still fully functional
Multiple Approaches
Linear, spatial, and network thinking all supported. Different minds organize information differently.
Implementation: Flexible organization, visual arrangements, tag networks
Zero Guilt Design
No streaks, achievements, or shame-inducing features. Your notes don't judge your productivity.
Implementation: No metrics, no progress bars, no comparisons
Current Implementation Status
Energy Selector System
Shipped1-5 scale that controls interface complexity in real-time
React state management with progressive disclosure patterns
Three-Bucket Organization
ShippedBrain Dump, Working On, Reference - simple mental model that reduces decision fatigue
Drag-and-drop organization with smart defaults
Auto-Save Capture
Shipped2-second intervals with optimistic updates, never lose a thought
IndexedDB storage with conflict resolution
Local Storage with IndexedDB
ShippedAll data stays local unless explicitly shared, sub-100ms response times
Dexie.js wrapper with structured query support
Basic Search with Fuzzy Matching
ShippedFind notes even with typos or partial matches
Fuse.js integration with custom scoring weights
Complete Keyboard Navigation
ShippedFull app usable without mouse for accessibility and efficiency
Focus management with logical tab order
AI Suggestion System
In ProgressLocal processing for privacy-first smart suggestions
Client-side ML models with optional cloud enhancement
Voice Input for High-Energy Periods
In ProgressSpeech-to-text when you're in flow state and don't want to type
Web Speech API with fallback to cloud services
Visual Memory Aids
In ProgressColors, spatial arrangement, and visual cues for different thinking styles
Canvas-based spatial layouts with persistence
Accessibility by Design
WCAG 2.1 AA compliance as baseline
Screen reader support throughout
High contrast themes without losing visual appeal
Respects reduced-motion preferences
Cognitive accessibility patterns for executive function support
Customizable font sizes and spacing
Color-blind friendly palette
Focus indicators and keyboard navigation
Real Usage Patterns
User Profile
Developer with ADHD
Workflow
Uses Energy 1-2 during afternoon crashes, Energy 4-5 during hyperfocus. Brain Dump for random ideas, Working On for current bugs.
Outcome
Finally has notes that work with brain patterns instead of against them
User Profile
Writer with Executive Function Issues
Workflow
Voice input during high energy, simple capture during low energy. Reference bucket for research, Working On for current projects.
Outcome
Stopped abandoning note-taking apps after a few days
User Profile
Student with Autism
Workflow
Consistent Energy 3 mode, heavy use of visual memory aids and spatial arrangement. Structured approach to three buckets.
Outcome
First note app that doesn't feel overwhelming or judgmental
Built for Different Kinds of Minds
Nami App exists because thinking isn't linear, and your tools shouldn't assume it is. Whether you're neurodivergent or neurotypical, your notes should work the way your mind works.