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Simple Kanban Task Tracker! Free!

Written by Stephanie M. Nixon, PhD, CCC-SLP on . Posted in Apps, Conversations, Discord, Education, organization. No Comments on Simple Kanban Task Tracker! Free!

Organize your tasks visually with this easy-to-use Kanban board!

This tool helps you manage your workflow by moving tasks through “To Do”, “In Progress”, and “Done” columns. It runs directly in your web browser and saves your data locally, making it a simple, private way to stay organized.

Key Features:

  • Visual Workflow: Classic Kanban layout with “To Do”, “In Progress”, and “Done” columns.
  • Drag & Drop: Easily move tasks between columns using your mouse or touchscreen.
How to move items in your list
  • Custom Categories: Add your own categories (e.g., “Project X”, “Follow Up”, “Home”) to better organize tasks. Predefined categories include “Work”, “Personal”, and “Urgent”.
  • Color Coding: Tasks automatically change color based on their column (“To Do”, “In Progress”, “Done”) for quick visual status checks. Category badges also have distinct colors.
  • Confetti Fun!: Get a burst of confetti whenever you move a task to the “Done” column. 🎉
  • Local Storage: Your tasks and custom categories are saved directly in your browser, so they’ll be there when you reopen the app on the same device and browser.
  • Clear Completed Tasks: Easily clear all tasks from the “Done” column with a dedicated button.

How to Download and Use:

  • Download:
    • Click the download link provided
    • The license terms (GPLv3) are detailed below and available on the blog post/GNU website.
Nixon Speech and Language LLC KanBan Task TrackerDownload
  • Open: Double-click the downloaded .html file. It will open in your default web browser. No internet connection is needed after opening.
  • Add Tasks: Type a task description, select a category from the dropdown, and click “Add Task” or press Enter.
Image of adding a text and selecting a category
  • Add Categories: Type a new category name in the “Add New Category” section and click “Add Category”. It will now appear in the dropdown list for tasks.
  • Move Tasks: Click and drag (or tap and drag) tasks between the columns.
  • Clear Done: Click the “Clear Done” button in the header of the “Done” column to remove all completed tasks.

Important Notes:

  • Local Data Storage: Task and category data is saved only in the browser you are currently using on this specific device. It will not sync automatically across different computers, tablets, phones, or even different web browsers (like Chrome vs. Firefox) on the same device.
  • Updates: For the latest version of this tool, please check the Nixon Speech and Language Blog or our Discord Community. Follow our blog or social media channels (linked below) for update announcements.

License:

This program is free software distributed under the terms of the GNU General Public License Version 3 (GPLv3). Essentially, this license guarantees you the freedom to use, study, share, and improve the software. You can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of this license.

Key points to understand:

  • Freedom: You are free to use, modify, and share this software.
  • Attribution: If you share or redistribute this software (modified or not), you must keep the original copyright notice (© 2025 Nixon Speech and Language, LLC) intact.
  • Sharing Changes: If you modify the software and distribute your version, you must also license your modified version under the GPLv3 and make the source code available. You cannot make a modified version proprietary (closed-source).
  • Commercial Use: You can charge a fee for distributing copies or offering support/warranty for the software, provided you follow all GPLv3 terms (like providing the source code and keeping it under the GPL).
  • NO WARRANTY: This software is provided “AS IS” without any warranty. Nixon Speech and Language, LLC is not liable for any issues or damages arising from the use or modification of this software by others, as detailed in the full license text.
  • Brand Protection: The GPL license applies to the code. The Nixon Speech and Language name and logo are trademarks and are not automatically licensed for use by the GPL.

The full terms can be viewed on the GNU GPL website. Please refer to the full text for complete details.

Developed with assistance from Google AI. © 2025 Nixon Speech and Language, LLC

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Start needed conversations

Written by Stephanie M. Nixon, PhD, CCC-SLP on . Posted in Conversations, Discord. No Comments on Start needed conversations

You know those moments you wonder whether others have dealt with the challenge you (or anyone you care about) are facing? Maybe they have an idea you haven’t thought of? Or maybe you just don’t know what to do next?

We can learn from each other by sharing information, particularly when it comes to disability access and advocacy. To improve outcomes for individuals facing those barriers, we need to bring the stakeholders to the conversation.

Stakeholders include:

  • Individuals facing barriers (e.g., dyslexia, ADHD, autism, neurodiversity, language disorders, speech sound disorders, etc.)
  • Caregivers/family members
  • Providers (speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, psychologists, neuropsychologists, etc.)
  • Advocates and attorneys
  • Educators

To get these conversations started, I have started a discord. I know some people may be less familiar with discord, so don’t worry, I’ll do my best to guide those who don’t have discord yet.

Some quick notes that will help you get started:

  • Joining as an individual/caregiver? I’d recommend NOT using your real name or picture just to protect your privacy. I have information about this in the channel called “Setting up a Discord Profile”
  • Joining as a professional? (Educator, provider, advocate/attorney) If you are representing your profession, then use your name. (If you have a gaming discord though, you may want to create a discord account specifically for professional purposes.)
  • Here’s a link to Beginner’s Guide to Discord (from Discord.com)

Please join us to start these conversations.