Browser Extension for Productivity
TartanHacks (Hackathon in Pittsburgh)
Problem
- Lack of a browser extension that can help users manage their time more efficiently
- Opportunity identified through the need to better utilize the browser’s New Tab page
Solution
- Implemented a browser extension that analyzes user browsing history to provide insights on time usage patterns
- Integrated Gemini API to generate personalized productivity recommendations
- Created a dashboard in the New Tab page showing daily/weekly browsing statistics and actionable insights
Contributions
- Developed core functionality by connecting browser history API and Gemini API
- Implemented basic service features including history analysis and recommendation generation
- Built the initial prototype demonstrating the concept’s viability