Let windows steal focus. Removes the annoying 'Window is ready' notification and focus window immediately.
You can also specify a blacklist for annoying applications (eg. Skype).
git clone https://github.com/dylanwinn/gnome-shell-extension-stealmyfocus.git ~/.local/share/gnome-shell/extensions/[email protected]Note that the directory must be named [email protected]. With that done, either logout or hit Alt+F2 and enter the command "r" to reload your extensions. You can enable Steal My Focus using gnome-tweak-tool or on https://extensions.gnome.org/local/.