New Last Layer App

[Gooseteeth]

tl;dr: new PWA for smarter last layer spamming- plz try, send feedback​

Hey y'all!

I’m excited to share Last Layer (Beta), a free Progressive Web App (PWA) for improving last layer execution times with some structure. It recommends practice on the "weakest links" in your last layer. It also has modes that include recognition to simulate/train real F2L-to-OLL or OLL-to-PLL transitions. This is more for improving last layer times than for learning last layer algs!

What it does​

• Collects your solve times.
• Recommends practice for the slowest algs
• Includes recognition training to simulate real last layer transitions.

Try it here: https://last-layer-6d53a.web.app

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Features​

• Modes:
  • Random alg practice.
  • Single alg focus.
  • Recognition + Execution mode (includes last F2L insert) – my favorite
• Highlights:
  • Tracks your slowest algorithms to optimize practice.
  • Works on desktop and mobile- same app across devices (mobile is ugly rn)
  • Add to your phone’s home screen for a native app feel (Example: How to use PWAs).

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How to use​

1. Create an account (just needs email).
2. Choose a practice step & mode (Random, Single, or Recognition).
3. Select the algorithms you want to train.
4. Start practicing:
   • Desktop: Hold SPACE to start, press any key to stop.
   • Mobile: Hold the timer to start, tap anywhere to stop.

Pro Tip: Use “Random OLL” or “Random PLL” first to gather time data. Then check the Practice Analysis tool to see which algorithms are missing

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Privacy​

• Secure logins with Firebase Authentication – passwords are encrypted.
• Data access is private: Firestore restricts access to only your login.
• No spam or data sharing: Your email is strictly for logging in

(Ever distrustful of email privacy? Add a unique ID to your gmail to snuff out the source of any email sharing)

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Looking for feedback​

I’d love your help testing Last Layer! Let me know about:

• Bugs
• Feature suggestions
• General usability feedback

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Here’s what I’m considering next:​

• Dark mode and general design updates.
• Custom algorithm uploads/options
• Mobile UI improvements.
• Adjusting stats from defaults- averages, slowest alg selection count, etc
• Additional stats and export options.

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https://last-layer-6d53a.web.app

Your feedback would be excellent – thanks for helping improve this tool for the community!

 

[Gooseteeth]

I pushed some updates to the app for anyone that might've seen this

Updates

• Added Release Notes page with first release notes
• Added HOW TO GET STARTED Button
• Improved data structure for algorithm tracking
• Fixed issue where algorithm attempts weren't properly separated by mode
• Fixed missing cases reappearing after being executed

Known Issues​

• Mobile view is not optimized for maximum screen size
• Mobile elements are misaligned on some devices

 

[Puzzle Maniac]

Nice website and UI!