“Coffee breaks,” a virtual concept for videoconferencing

About

NetDevices  has created a simple concept: "pauses.cafe" connects to your calendars and allows you to indicate your availability. Pauses.cafe then randomly generates groups of colleagues who will meet via videoconference for a virtual coffee break during your available time slots.

Background

“Coffee breaks” also suggests topics to discuss, automatically generated with ChatGPT. You will once again be able to meet new colleagues and enjoy open discussions and debates!

Solution(s)

Netdevices used a combination of innovative technologies to design and develop the application Coffee BreakFirst, the design process was carried out using the design tool. Figma, allowing our team to create interactive mockups and collaborate effectively on the visual aspect of the application. Next, for the development of the application, we opted for the platform no code Bubble, known for its ease of use and powerful rapid application development capabilities. Thanks to Bubble, our team was able to quickly implement the application's essential features, such as break management, invitations, and synchronization with users' calendars. By combining these design and development tools, Netdevices was able to create a
mobile app A user-friendly and functional coffee break app that offers an exceptional user experience to its users.

Impact

Coffee Break created by NetDevices is an innovative solution designed to facilitate virtual coffee breaks within companies. It integrates seamlessly with your schedule by syncing with your calendars, allowing you to add breaks only when you are available.

With the invitation option, you can invite one or more colleagues of your choice to a virtual coffee break. In addition, Coffee Break offers random breaks where you are randomly connected with colleagues, encouraging new encounters and interactions within the company.
To make each break more rewarding, ideas for topics and themes are sent out in advance, ensuring that the conversation doesn't run out of steam and that exchanges remain dynamic.

Coffee Break is specially designed for businesses.

In addition, you have the option to manage your specific availability, including time slots dedicated to other activities such as sports, for an even more personalized experience tailored to your needs.

NetDevices has set up a simple simulator that will allow you
to obtain a cost estimate for your project.

Technologies

Challenges

Although Bubble offers a simplified approach to application development, implementing advanced features such as synchronization with user calendars, invitation management, and random breaks can be complex and require thorough planning.