dsh-balance-monitor

When working with the DeepSeek API regularly, developers and researchers often struggle with balance monitoring: How can you track your account balance in real-time to avoid service interruptions? How do you understand the cost differences between peak and off-peak hours to optimize spending? The dsh-balance-monitor plugin is designed to address these pain points. It provides a sidebar badge that displays your balance and pricing status at a glance, eliminating the need to switch contexts and allowing you to stay focused on your work.

The plugin's core capabilities include fetching official balance snapshots and enabling in-session queries for instant access. It offers two badge styles—Matrix CRT and native—to suit different preferences, while showing real-time Beijing-time peak/off-peak status with automatic countdowns to off-peak periods. Additionally, it estimates the cumulative cost of the current session, helping you manage budgets effectively. All features are implemented with caching and rate-limiting to ensure stability and efficiency.

Whether you're an independent developer, an AI researcher, or a team member managing multiple API accounts, this plugin enhances your workflow. It's particularly valuable for those running long-term projects on DeepSeek API, seeking cost optimization, and desiring a seamless monitoring experience. Once integrated, you'll have a lightweight yet powerful tool that simplifies balance management and keeps you informed without disruption.