Contrib Cal: Raspberry Pi Zero W Project for Devs
September 4, 2025
Why Contrib Cal?
Tired of your GitHub streak living only on a screen? Contrib Cal brings your coding journey into the real world. This project started as a way to make daily commits more fun—and a little more motivating. Now, it’s a glowing calendar for your desk, powered by Raspberry Pi Zero W and packed with features for developers who love to tinker.
How It Works
- Connects to your GitHub account and pulls contribution data automatically
- LEDs light up for every commit—custom colors for wins, reminders for missed days
- Weather animations and real-time stats keep your desk lively
- Control everything from a simple web interface
- Integrate with Pi-hole, Tailscale, Syncthing, and more
Who’s It For?
Contrib Cal is perfect for:
- Developers who want a physical reminder to keep their streak alive
- Makers who love open-source hardware and software
- Anyone who wants to automate their workspace with Raspberry Pi
- Fans of visual motivation and creative desk setups
Open Source & Customizable
Every part of Contrib Cal is hackable. Change the firmware, swap out the LEDs, or add your own integrations. All code and designs will be released for the community.
Sponsored by PCBWay — Professional PCB manufacturing.
© 2025 Contrib Cal. Open-source hardware.