Tab Deck - Showcase Project

InspirationTab Deck was born out of frustration with browser tab overload. Many users open dozens of tabs across multiple windows, lose track of important pages, waste memory, and struggle to switch contexts. Tab Deck was created as an all-in-one tab and tab group manager that helps you take control of your browsing, keep open tabs organized, and turn chaotic sessions into manageable workspaces — all within one simple extension panel. The goal was to build a tool that isn’t just another tab helper but a complete solution for effective browsing organization. What it doesTab Deck is a browser extension for Chrome (and Edge) that gives you centralized control of all your open tabs and tab groups. With a left-side panel, you can:View all open tabs and windows at a glanceOrganize or group tabs with drag-and-dropSave tabs and groups into sessions for later accessRestore saved sessions or open them in a new windowSuspend tabs to free up memoryRemove duplicate tabsSearch tabs instantly with fuzzy searchCreate visual bookmark cardsSync tabs and sessions to the cloud (Pro feature)Share sessions via linksIntegrate with Notion or Raycast for advanced workflowsTab Deck makes long browsing sessions easy to control while supporting recovery, backup, and sharing. How I built itTab Deck is implemented as a Chrome extension using core browser APIs to mirror tab and group state inside an interactive sidebar. Rather than replacing the browser’s native UI, it mirrors the open tab list and enhances it with a dedicated panel for organization features. Over time, support was added for user accounts, cloud sync, and integrations with apps like Notion and Raycast, making it useful beyond simple local tab storage. You can manipulate sessions directly from drag-and-drop, use keyboard shortcuts (Command/K) for fuzzy searching, and save or share entire sessions via links. Challenges I ran intoOne challenge was data persistence and reliability. Browser tab data must be stored safely (IndexedDB locally by default), but browser updates or crashes can sometimes overwrite or lose data, so backup facilities were added (local JSON export and cloud sync) to mitigate that risk. Another challenge was balancing powerful organization features with simple UX — too many features can overwhelm users, so Tab Deck focused on intuitive drag-and-drop and contextual panels to keep everything accessible. Accomplishments that I'm proud ofBuilding a comprehensive tab and tab group manager that users can adopt without changing browsersSupporting multi-window management and session restore with intuitive controlsIntroducing integrations (Notion, Raycast) that extend session usability outside the browserProviding sync and backup options to prevent data lossGrowing a user base with many active users managing hundreds of tabs more efficiently than before What I learnedDeveloping Tab Deck reinforced that tabs aren’t just UI elements — they represent real work, context, and productivity flow. Users want tools that respect their workflow, sync across environments, and don’t trap them in silos. Good tooling is about saving time and mental load. Also, offering safe, transparent data handling builds trust, especially when users rely on an extension to store and restore extensive browsing sessions. What’s next for Tab DeckTab Deck continues building features that support heavier workflows:Improved cloud sync with more platforms and automatic conflict resolutionMore integrations with productivity tools beyond Notion and RaycastEnhanced visual session views (timeline or multiple layouts)The roadmap is focused on making tab management feel effortless and truly supportive of complex browsing habits