Academic productivity app inspired by Ethiopian coffee culture
# Abol
## Overview
Abol is a student productivity web application designed to help university students organize their academic responsibilities and develop consistent study habits. The application combines essential academic management tools with a reward system inspired by Ethiopian coffee culture.
The name "Abol" comes from the first cup of the traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, symbolizing the beginning of focus, productivity, and community.
## Project Objectives
* Help students organize assignments, exams, and academic schedules.
* Encourage regular study habits through rewards and streak tracking.
* Celebrate Ethiopian coffee culture through culturally inspired design elements.
* Provide functionality even when internet access is limited.
## Planned Features
### Academic Tools
* Calendar Management
* To-Do List
* Exam Tracker
* Grade Tracker
* Focus Timer
### Motivation System
* Sini Reward System
* Daily Streak Tracking
* Unlockable Jebena Styles
### User Experience
* Light and Dark Mode
* Responsive Design
* Offline Functionality
* Local Data Persistence
## Technology Stack
* HTML
* CSS
* JavaScript
* IndexedDB
* GitHub Pages
## Team Members
* Deborah Tadesse – Project Manager
* Agnut Berhanu – Frontend Developer (Lead)
* Biruktawit Yaze – Frontend Developer (Support)
* Biruk Mamo – Logic & Data Developer (Lead)
* Dagim Assefa – Logic & Data Developer (Support)
* Bethel Abraham – UI / Artist
* Arsema Esayas – QA / Tester
## Project Status
Current Phase: Planning and Requirements Analysis
The project is currently in the pre-SRS and project planning stage. Development of core functionality will begin following approval of requirements and system design documentation.