How to Track Time in PyCharm

Let's set up PyCharm to count how much time you spend writing Python code!

Step 1: Make a Hackatime Account

Go to Hackatime and make an account. Then log in.

Step 2: Get Your Settings Ready

Click this link to the setup page. It will set up your account so it works with PyCharm.

Step 3: Add the Plugin to PyCharm

1. Open PyCharm
2. Go to File → Settings (on Mac: PyCharm → Preferences)
3. Click Plugins on the left
4. Click the Marketplace tab at the top
5. Type "WakaTime" in the search box
6. Click Install next to WakaTime
7. Click Restart IDE when it asks

That's it! The plugin will use your settings from Step 2.

If Something Goes Wrong

Can't see your time? Go back to the setup page and try again.

Plugin not working? Close PyCharm and open it again.

Still having trouble? Ask for help in Hack Club Slack - look for the #hackatime-dev channel.

What Happens Next

Start writing Python code! Your time will show up on your Hackatime page in a few minutes.