DoroPeople

Inspiration

The inspiration behind DoroPeople, our Pomodoro Firefox extension software, came from our desire to enhance productivity and time management for users while using their web browsers. We noticed that people often struggle with distractions and procrastination when working on tasks online. We wanted to create a tool that seamlessly integrates the Pomodoro technique into the browsing experience, helping users stay focused and efficient.

What it does

DoroPeople is a Firefox extension designed to boost productivity by implementing the Pomodoro technique within the browser environment. It allows users to set timers for work and break intervals while they browse the web. When a work session starts, it temporarily blocks distracting websites, helping users stay on track. The extension provides visual and auditory cues to signal the beginning and end of work and break periods. Users can customize the duration of work and break sessions to suit their preferences.

How we built it

We built DoroPeople using modern web development technologies and the Firefox extension development framework. The core components of our software include JavaScript for handling timers, HTML/CSS for the user interface, and a background script to manage website blocking and notifications. We also made use of the Mozilla WebExtensions API to interact with the Firefox browser.

Challenges we ran into

During the development of DoroPeople, we encountered several challenges. One of the main difficulties was efficiently blocking distracting websites while ensuring the extension worked seamlessly with the user's browsing experience. Another challenge was creating a user-friendly interface that allowed for customization of Pomodoro session lengths and notification preferences. Additionally, we faced compatibility issues with certain Firefox updates that required us to adapt our code.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We are proud of several accomplishments in the development of DoroPeople. Firstly, we successfully integrated the Pomodoro technique into the browsing experience, making it easy for users to stay focused while using Firefox. We also overcame the challenges of website blocking and synchronization with the browser's user interface, ensuring a smooth user experience. Furthermore, we received positive feedback from beta testers who reported increased productivity and reduced distractions while using our extension.

What we learned

Throughout the development of DoroPeople, we learned valuable lessons about web extension development, user interface design, and user feedback integration. We gained insights into how to optimize performance and compatibility with different Firefox versions. Additionally, we discovered the importance of active user engagement and continuous improvement through user testing and feedback.

What's next for DoroPeople

Looking ahead, we have exciting plans for DoroPeople. We aim to expand its functionality by adding features such as detailed productivity statistics, goal tracking, and integrations with popular task management tools. We also plan to release versions for other web browsers to reach a broader audience. Ultimately, our goal is to help even more users enhance their productivity and time management skills while working online. We will continue to gather user feedback and make regular updates to improve DoroPeople based on their needs and preferences.

Built With

• materialui
• react
• typescript