py3status is an extensible i3status wrapper written in python.

You can take control of your i3bar easily by:

• using one of the available modules shipped with py3status
• grouping multiple modules and automatically or manually cycle their display
• writing your own modules and have their output displayed on your bar
• handling click events on your i3bar and play with them in no time
• seeing your clock tick every second whatever your i3status interval
  
  WWW: https://github.com/ultrabug/py3status

Sponsored by: iXsystems Inc.