Today was a productive blend of mentoring, module improvement, strategic planning, and exploratory research. The goal was to not only strengthen the current system but also prepare for smoother collaboration and future integration possibilities.
I spent my morning conducting an orientation session for incoming OJT interns. We covered the project overview, development tools, coding standards, and team workflows. I made sure to walk them through the Central Management Dashboard (CMD), demonstrating features under development and clarifying expectations for each intern. This session helped establish a solid foundation for collaborative work moving forward.
A significant part of my day focused on enhancing the clock-in/clock-out module. I improved the accuracy of time tracking, addressed edge cases like accidental double clicks and session timeouts, and streamlined how timestamps are stored and retrieved. These updates are crucial for maintaining reliable attendance records—the cornerstone of our system.
The team engaged in a thought-provoking discussion about exploring new development approaches. We reassessed our current setup, identified bottlenecks, and proposed architectural improvements to streamline workflows and increase development speed. Our discussion covered database design flexibility, API structure, user role management, and long-term scalability considerations.
To explore more accessible ways of presenting and managing user data, I researched using Google Sites as a lightweight frontend for parts of the CMD—particularly the user management system. The idea is to embed certain modules (forms, dashboards, logs) via Google Sites to provide a more user-friendly interface, especially for HR or Admin users who don’t need access to the full app backend.
Toward the end of the day, I joined the Project Manager’s meeting with another development group. This offered valuable insights into how other teams handle similar challenges, their development processes, and communication strategies—all useful learnings as we continue refining our collaboration approach.