I’ve started building a proper iOS app. This is not going to be a resume only project. This one has a purpose.

It’s called Checklistd — a to-do list app.

Ewww…another to-do list app? Yuck.

Hear me out, this is not just another random to-do list app. This one’s made for job seekers.

If you’ve followed me on Instagram or YouTube, you know I talk a lot about careers, job searching, switching roles, and figuring stuff out. So it only made sense that my first iOS project would be something that could actually help people who are in that messy, sometimes frustrating phase of trying to land their next job.

But here’s the thing: I’m still learning Swift. I’m building this from scratch. It’s not some polished SaaS launch. It’s a learning project. A playground. A chance to take what I’m learning with SwiftUI and SwiftData and actually ship something — however small it starts.

Why This App?

There are already hundreds of to-do list apps out there. I know that.

But most of them are too broad, too busy, or too boring. None of them are really made for the mindset of a job seeker.

So I thought: what if I created a super clean, black-and-white checklist app that does just what you need for job searching?

Something that gives you:

  • Prebuilt daily job search checklists
  • A tracker for job applications and follow-ups
  • Little motivators like streaks and progress summaries
  • A layout that doesn’t overwhelm, just helps you move forward

It’s simple. It’s focused. And it’s going to be completely free.

No upsells, no subscriptions, no premium unlocks.

Just a free tool that’s part of my own learning journey — and maybe part of yours too.

Why I’m Sharing This Publicly

I could build this quietly.

But I’ve decided to document the journey — not just because it keeps me accountable, but because I think there’s real value in learning out loud.

I’ll be blogging regularly (maybe almost daily) as I work on Checklistd.

Some days will be big — new screens, new features, maybe a win or two.

Some days will be tiny — fixing one bug, figuring out a Swift thing that caught me offguard.

And some days might just be “today I didn’t get anything done, but I’m still here.”

Because that’s what building in public really is.

What’s Next

Today, I finalized the PRD — the product requirements doc — which lays out the idea, user flow, and core features.

Next, I’ll start working on the onboarding screens and basic navigation. I’ll probably stumble a lot. But that’s kind of the point.

Thanks for reading.

Let’s see where this goes.

Product Requirements for Checklistd iOS App

Product Name: Checklistd: To-Do App for Job Searching

1. Overview

Checklistd is a minimalist, black-and-white productivity app designed specifically for job seekers.

It offers focused checklist functionality, a job application tracker, and motivational progress tracking — all streamlined to reduce friction and keep users consistently moving forward.

2. Target Users

• Job seekers (freshers, experienced professionals, career switchers)
• Career improvers or those passively exploring new opportunities
• Followers from Instagram/YouTube career content

3. Core Value Proposition

Unlike generic to-do apps, Checklistd provides a job-search-specific experience:
• Prebuilt and customizable job search checklists
• Tracker to monitor job applications and follow-ups
• Streaks and daily goals for consistency
• Clean and calming black-and-white UI

4. Key Features & Screens

4.1 Onboarding (3-Step Minimal Flow)

1. Welcome Screen: App name + tagline, CTA: “Get Started”
2. Job Intent Selector: Fresher, Experienced, Switching Careers, Just Exploring (stored via SwiftData)
3. Confirmation Screen: Message + CTA: “Start Organizing”

4.2 Home Dashboard

• Today’s task preview
• Progress summary
• Motivational quote or weekly streaks

4.3 Daily Checklist

• Task list with checkmarks
• Swipe to complete or delete
• Add custom task
• Tap to add notes or due date

4.4 Job Application Tracker

• List view with job title, company, date, status
• Status: Saved, Applied, Interviewing, Offer, Rejected
• Add/edit job entries

4.5 Job Detail View

• Company name, role, JD link
• Date applied, notes, follow-up toggle

4.6 Checklist Templates

• Prebuilt templates (Interview Prep, Networking, etc.)
• Import with one tap, create custom templates

4.7 Settings

• Edit user intent type, toggle reminders
• Export job history (CSV) [Future feature]

4.8 Streaks / Progress (Optional Phase 2)

• Streak calendar, stats (apps/week, interview rate)

5. Data Models (SwiftData)

ChecklistItem: id, title, isCompleted, date, category, notes
JobApplication: id, companyName, roleTitle, status, dateApplied, link, notes
UserType: id, type (Fresher, Experienced, Switching, Exploring)
ChecklistTemplate (optional): id, title, items

6. Design & Style

• Black-and-white only
• Flat icons, no shadows
• Rounded corners, clean sans-serif font
• Calm, open layout with large tap targets

7. Stretch Goals

• AI resume tips
• Interview prep timers
• Application success analytics
• Community checklists and sharing

8. Tech Stack

• SwiftUI, SwiftData
• Notifications framework (reminders)

9. Next Steps

• Define file structure and navigation
• Build onboarding flow
• Implement daily checklist + job tracker MVP
• Match minimalist aesthetic
• Soft launch to followers