Add Dashboard Tab with Basic System Information

[dfseifert]

TL;DR;

I propose the addition of a new "Dashboard" tab to the 'resources' application. This dashboard would provide a quick overview of basic system metrics such as CPU, memory, network, disk usage, gpu, and battery status, all in one place.

Detailed Description

Currently, the application opens with the "Applications" tab as its "home" tab. While this is useful, I believe the addition of a comprehensive dashboard would significantly enhance the user experience. This dashboard would serve as a central point for monitoring key system parameters. Here are the suggested features for the dashboard:

1. CPU Usage: Display the current CPU utilization percentage.
2. Memory Usage: Show the amount of RAM in use and total available.
3. Network Activity: Present real-time network upload and download speeds.
4. Disk Usage: Provide information on current disk usage, including free and used space.
5. Battery Status (when added): For laptops and portable devices, show the current battery level and estimated time remaining.

Justification

The addition of a dashboard would make it easier for users to get a quick snapshot of their system's health and performance without navigating through multiple tabs or sections. This feature is particularly useful for those who need to monitor their device's performance regularly, such as developers, IT professionals, and power users.

Conclusion

I believe this feature would be a valuable addition to the 'resources' application, providing users with a convenient way to monitor their system's key metrics at a glance.

I look forward to any feedback or thoughts on this proposal.

Oh and thank you very very much for the work you've done! I love it!

[nokyan]

Hi, thank you for your very detailed suggestion and I'm glad you like the app!
I'll put it on my list, though it will take a while. Uni has started again and is keeping my busy and there are other things like per-process GPU stats that I'd like to implement before. :)
You can enable sidebar details in the preferences which will allow you to see some stats at a glance in the sidebar.