Hermony

Team Members

• Hrisihika Samani
• Dhanshree Suresh Baravkar
• Preksha Patil
• Abegail Santos

💡 Project Overview

A Work-Life Harmony and Mentorship Ecosystem for Women in Tech

Inspiration

Our project was inspired by the challenges women in tech face when trying to balance career advancement with personal well-being. We recognized that many professionals struggle with burnout, isolation, and limited access to mentorship opportunities. Hermony was born from our desire to create a supportive ecosystem where women can thrive professionally without sacrificing their personal lives.

Impact of the Solution

Hermony addresses these challenges through an integrated platform that combines:

1. Well-Being Companion: The Burnout Tracker monitors work patterns and stress levels using a work-to-personal time ratio methodology. Our research indicates that a ratio above 2.0 correlates with increased burnout symptoms, allowing us to provide timely interventions.

2. Schedule Analytics: Our app has a dashboard that tracks your work life balance based on Smart Balance Scheduler and personal calendar.

3. Smart Balance Scheduler: Our app integrates with work calendars and uses intelligent algorithms to identify potential overload situations. By sending "Boundary Alerts" and providing "No-Zone" features, users can protect their personal time while still meeting professional obligations.

4. Community Support System: Through peer-to-peer mentoring and networking features, Hermony breaks down isolation barriers and creates access to guidance from those who have navigated similar challenges.

Tech Stack Used

• Frontend: React, TypeScript, Vite, Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Firebase (Authentication, Firestore, Real-time Database)
• APIs: Google Calendar API, Dialogflow (for Balance Buddy AI)
• Analytics: Custom dashboard for Burnout Tracker visualization

⚠ Additional Information

Challenges Faced

1. Calendar Integration Complexity: Integrating with various calendar systems while maintaining privacy presented significant challenges. We solved this by creating a secure middleware layer that only extracts necessary scheduling data without accessing personal details.

2. Balance Metric Algorithm: Developing an algorithm that accurately reflects work-life balance was difficult. After multiple iterations and user testing, we created a ratio-based system that provides meaningful insights without being overly simplistic.

3. Real-time Mentorship Matching: Creating an efficient system for matching mentors and mentees required sophisticated filtering. We implemented a tag-based system combined with availability windows to overcome this challenge.

Future Scope

1. Mobile Applications: Develop native iOS and Android apps for improved user experience
2. AI-Enhanced Recommendations: Expand the Balance Buddy AI capabilities to provide more personalized suggestions
3. Corporate Partnerships: Create enterprise solutions for companies looking to support their female employees
4. International Expansion: Adapt the platform for various cultural contexts and time zones
5. Advanced Analytics: Implement predictive burnout detection using machine learning

AI Tool Disclosure

• We used ChatGPT and Claude AI to brainstorm feature ideas and development of the application

Presentation Link

• Final Presentation

✨ Key Features

🗓️ Smart Balance Scheduler

• Calendar integration with work and personal priorities
• "Boundary Alerts" to prevent scheduling overload
• "No-Zone" feature to protect personal time
• Schedule Analytics to visualize work-life balance metrics

🧘‍♀️ Well-Being Companion

• Burnout Tracker to monitor work hours and stress levels
• Self-Care Toolkit with mindfulness exercises and boundary-setting templates
• Balance Buddy AI offering personalized suggestions and encouragement

👯‍♀️ Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Hub (Coming Soon)

• AI-driven Mentor Match based on skills, goals, and life stage
• Micro-Mentoring Sessions for quick, convenient guidance
• Peer Circles organized around common interests and challenges

🌐 Networking Made Simple (Coming Soon)

• Opportunity Feed with time-commitment-tagged positions
• Calendar-synced Coffee Chats with fellow women in tech
• Community Forum for questions, celebrations, and support

🚀 Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js (v14.0.0 or higher)
• npm or yarn
• Firebase account

Installation

1. Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/byte-bosses/hermony.git
cd hermony

2. Install dependencies

npm install
# or
yarn install

3. Configure Firebase

   • Create a .env file in the root directory
   • Add your Firebase configuration variables (see .env.example)

4. Start the development server

npm run dev
# or
yarn dev

5. Open your browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000

📊 Work-Life Balance Metrics

Hermony uses a work-to-personal time ratio to help users maintain a healthy balance:

• Optimal Range: 1.0 to 1.5 ratio of work to personal time
• Warning Zone: 1.5 to 2.0 ratio (mild burnout risk)
• Danger Zone: Above 2.0 ratio (significant burnout risk)

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Hermony: Because ambition shouldn't cost your well-being.