A local-first, CLI-based billable time logger for freelancers and agencies featuring rate cascading and automated billing summaries.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install nex-timetrack
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install nex-timetrack using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Nex Timetrack?
Nex Timetrack is a high-performance productivity tool designed for the Openclaw Skills ecosystem. It provides freelancers and agencies with a streamlined way to track billable hours using a local-first architecture. Built with the Python standard library and SQLite, it offers a secure and private environment for managing sensitive financial data without the need for cloud-based subscriptions. The skill is optimized for rapid entry through a command-line interface, allowing users to focus on their work while maintaining precise records for invoicing.
By integrating Nex Timetrack into your workflow, you gain access to a professional-grade time management system that supports multiple clients and projects. The skill handles complex billing logic, such as rate cascading and time rounding, making it an essential addition to any developer's collection of Openclaw Skills. It ensures that every minute of billable work is captured, organized, and ready for export to standard formats like CSV and JSON.
Nex Timetrack Use Cases
- Tracking real-time development sessions using a live stopwatch timer.
- Managing distinct hourly rates for different clients and specialized projects.
- Generating end-of-month billing summaries with automatic 15-minute rounding for professional invoicing.
- Logging manual entries for historical work or off-system tasks using natural language duration formats.
- Exporting comprehensive work logs for external accounting and tax preparation.
How Nex Timetrack Works
- Initialize the system by running the setup script to create the local SQLite database environment.
- Define clients and projects, assigning specific hourly rates to establish the billing hierarchy.
- Initiate a live tracking session with the start command or record completed work using the log command.
- Manage active and historical entries through integrated search, edit, and status commands.
- Generate filtered summaries or full data exports to finalize billing cycles for your clients.
Nex Timetrack Setup
Nex Timetrack requires Python 3.8 or higher and uses the built-in standard library for all operations. To install this skill from the Openclaw Skills library, execute the following:
bash setup.sh
To customize your storage location, you can set an environment variable in your shell configuration:
export NEX_TIMETRACK_DIR=\"/your/custom/path\"
Nex Timetrack Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes data within a local SQLite database (timetrack.db) to ensure speed and privacy. The schema is designed around a relational model:
| Entity | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Clients | Name, Default Hourly Rate, Contact Email |
| Projects | Project Name, Client Link, Project-specific Rate |
| Entries | Task Description, Duration (seconds), Timestamp, Category, Rate |
The rate resolution follows a specific hierarchy: Individual Entry Rate > Project Rate > Client Rate > Default System Rate (85 EUR/h).
Nex Timetrack Advanced Features
- Intelligent Rate Cascading: Automatically calculates the correct billing rate based on the most specific data point provided.
- Natural Language Parsing: Supports multiple duration formats including '2h', '90m', '1h30m', and decimal hours.
- Privacy-First Storage: Keeps all client and financial data on your local machine with zero telemetry or cloud sync.
- Full-Text Search: Quickly find specific tasks or project details across thousands of historical entries.
- Flexible Exporting: Native support for CSV and JSON formats to bridge the gap between tracking and invoicing within the Openclaw Skills workflow.
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