Mochidoro
What particular issues students and working professionals are facing?
PROBLEM STATEMENT
Students and working professionals often struggle with maintaining focus and preventing burnout.
Pomodoros could be a solution to this however;
Traditionally used Pomodoro timers utilize fixed intervals, which don't account for real-time stress and fatigue. They also follow a strict schedule, which might not suit everyone.
Smartwatches track biometrics (heart rate, stress levels), but productivity tools don't utilize this data effectively.
Objective: A Pomodoro timer that dynamically adapts work/break periods based on physiological feedback.
So my solution - Mochidoro, where productivity goes hand in hand with its users
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Let's break down how this came about to be!
USER RESEARCH
I have utilized a few user research methods to get an idea of the user's needs, behavior, patterns, preferences, and pain points of doing course/work. Firstly I've tried categorising the users into two broad categories; students and working professionals and developed user personas for each..
Here's a closer look at the personas!
USER PERSONAS
Emily
The Overwhelmed College Student
Age: 21
Occupation: University student, studying Computer Science
Pain Points: Struggles with maintaining focus during long study sessions, often experiences mental fatigue, and finds it hard to balance coursework and breaks effectively.
Goals: Improve concentration, retain more information, and prevent burnout before exams.
Aisha
The Busy Marketing Manager
Age: 35
Occupation: Marketing Manager at a fast-paced agency
Pain Points: Constantly switching between tasks, experiences decision fatigue, and struggles with staying in a productive flow. Often ignores stress signals, leading to burnout.
Goals: Enhance deep work sessions, maintain productivity without overworking, and manage stress better.
From the user personas and other discovery research conducted of the current system, I have deduced the primary pain points that needs to be addressed and how we might come over this.
What are the pain points?
PAIN POINTS
Inconsistent Focus & Productivity
Users experience fluctuations in focus, and fixed timers fail to adapt.
Lack of Personalization
Traditional timers do not consider individual energy levels or stress patterns.
Ignoring Body Signals
Users often push through exhaustion, reducing long-term productivity and well-being.
One-Size-Fits-All Solutions
Current productivity tools don’t leverage real-time biometric feedback for tailored efficiency.
With these pain points in mind, I've put together this pomodoro timer and productivity guide.
So, what are the main features of Mochidoro?
SOLUTION
Analyzes real-time biofeedback
Heart rate, stress levels, etc
Adapts work sessions dynamically
for peak productivity
Recommends personalized breaks
breathing exercises, movement, hydration to prevent burnouts
Seamlessly integration
with existing smartwatch health data
How does it work?
BASIC APP INFO
Start a Pomodoro session – Default 25/5 min or customized.
Monitor biofeedback – The app tracks heart rate, stress, and focus levels.
Adjust work/break time dynamically:
Was high focus detected? Extend work time slightly.
Signs of fatigue/stress? Shorten work time & suggest a break.
Innovative break suggestions – Breathing, stretching, and hydration based on biometric insights.
Daily focus insights – Personalized reports on work efficiency & stress patterns.
Why This is Better Than Existing Solutions?
VALUE PROPOSITION
What are the potential challenges and how can we solve 'em?
PAIN POINTS
User Resistance to New Timers
Gradual transition mode from fixed to adaptive timing.
Accuracy of Biofeedback Interpretation
Improving insights over time and with manual user feedback for fine-tuning
What did I learn?
FINAL THOUGHTS
The main takeaways of this project were improving my skills in visual (UI) design and, subsequently, overcoming the challenges that come with designing for non-typical devices like smartwatches, refrigerator panels, etc.
I also gained valuable insights into human-centered design, biometric data applications, and the challenges of adaptive UX. The process of conceptualizing and refining the Adaptive Pomodoro Timer with Biofeedback reinforced the importance of balancing productivity and well-being, especially for someone who struggles with similar problems.
I also deepened my understanding of how real-time feedback can enhance user experience. This journey has been a testament to the power of designing with empathy—creating solutions that truly respond to users' needs rather than forcing them into rigid systems.
