Dopamine API – Turn any app into a habit

In plain words

Dopamine API is a developer tool that enables habit-tracking functionality within existing applications. Launched in 2016, it provides an API that allows developers to integrate habit-building features into their software products. The tool is designed for developers seeking to add engagement and habit-formation capabilities to their apps without building these features from scratch.

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