Is your browser a chaotic landscape of countless tabs? You’re not alone. For many professionals, the web browser is the primary workspace, yet finding the perfect one often feels like an impossible task. This is the story of how I stopped searching for the perfect browser and used modern AI tools to build my own custom extension, creating the ultimate productivity setup.
The Endless Search for the Perfect Productivity Browser
My browser-hopping journey was driven by a specific set of needs. I was looking for a tool that could merge high-end features with efficient performance, but every option on the market seemed to come with a compromise.
My wishlist for the ideal browser was clear:
- An Intelligent Sidebar like Arc Browser: The ability to pin tabs, organize projects into spaces, and use mini-players without leaving your main window is a massive productivity boost. Arc mastered this, but it wasn’t a perfect fit for my system.
- A Context-Aware AI Chat: I wanted more than a simple chatbot. I needed an AI assistant that could read the content of my active tab to summarize articles, define terms, or help draft emails. Browsers like Brave and Opera are integrating AI, but I was looking for a more tailored experience.
- Low Memory Usage like Microsoft Edge: A feature-rich browser is useless if it consumes all your RAM. Microsoft Edge set the standard for a lean, Chromium-based browser, proving that performance doesn’t have to be sacrificed.
No single browser checked all the boxes. I needed the elegant organization of Arc, the intelligence of a built-in AI, and the feather-light performance of Edge.
From Frustrated User to Empowered Creator
After weeks of testing and compromising, I realized a new approach was needed. Instead of waiting for a developer to build my dream browser, why not build a solution myself?
I didn’t need to reinvent the wheel by coding a new browser from scratch. The most efficient path was to create a custom Chrome extension that could add my desired features to a lightweight base browser. The problem? My coding skills weren’t quite ready for such a complex project.
That’s when I discovered Agent Router, a new platform that acts as an intelligent coordinator for different AI models. It promises to route your request to the best AI for the job. Their launch promotion was the catalyst I needed: $200 in free credits for signing up with a GitHub account.
You can check if the offer is still available at Agent Router
How I Used AI (Claude & Agent Router) to Code My Extension
With $200 in credits, I decided to commission an AI to be my developer. I used Agent Router to access Claude, an AI model renowned for its strong coding capabilities, and began outlining my project.
The process was a collaborative dialogue:
- The Brief: I provided a clear set of instructions, defining the extension’s core features like the toggleable sidebar and the context-aware chat functionality.
- Code Generation: Claude delivered the initial code for the extension’s structure and features.
- Testing and Debugging: I would test the code, identify bugs or areas for improvement, and report them back. The AI would then revise and refine the code.
The initial $200 credit was exhausted quickly, but the extension was already functional. I invested an additional $100 to perfect the features, bringing the total cost to around $300. The result was a fully functional, custom-built browser extension tailored exactly to my workflow.
The Result: KhaiSpark AI Browsing Companion
I named my creation the KhaiSpark AI Browsing Companion. It delivered everything on my wishlist in a single, powerful package.
Because it’s an open-source project, you can view the complete code, fork it for your own use, or install it yourself.
👉 Get the extension on GitHub: KhaiSparks – AI Browser Extension
My Ultimate Setup for Performance and Productivity
The final piece of the puzzle was choosing the right browser. To maximize performance, I installed my extension on Chromium, the lightweight, open-source foundation for Google Chrome.
This combination gave me the ultimate setup:
- Peak Performance: A bare-bones browser that uses minimal RAM.
- Custom Features: A powerful AI sidebar with all the functionality I need.
- Total Workflow Control: An environment built by me, for me.
This journey proves that we are in an era where anyone can transition from being a passive software user to an active creator. Tools like AI coding assistants are breaking down barriers, allowing us to build the personalized solutions we’ve always wanted.
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