I put my whole life into a single database
Summary
The article presents FxLifeSheet, an open source self hosted database project that tracks 380k+ data points across more than 100 life metrics with input via a Telegram bot and custom visualizations. It discusses architecture, privacy and the tradeoffs of building a personal data platform versus using consumer services, and notes a 2025 update that data collection has ceased. These insights offer a real world case study for AI/automation enthusiasts exploring data ownership, automation, and visualization.