| Status | Branch | Deployment |
|---|---|---|
| Stable | main |
ajayyxd.pythonanywhere.com |
| Development | develop |
undeployed/Localhost |
The existing leave management process at IIIT Kottayam is highly inefficient and disruptive. The system requires students to endure a multi-stage, paper-based "signature chase" across campus (Faculty Advisor, Warden) for physical forms. This process is plagued by uncertainty regarding authority availability, often delaying urgent travel plans and consuming significant administrative and student time. This outdated, unpredictable workflow directly contradicts the institution's commitment to technology.
GetAway.io is a full-stack, digital leave management portal designed to completely replace the inefficient paper-based system. It provides a modern, centralized platform for all leave requests, streamlining the process for students and administrators alike.
| Target Group | Pain Point Eliminated | Solution Provided by GetAway.io |
|---|---|---|
| Students | Running Around Campus, unavailability of FA/Warden, and delays. | 24/7 Digital Submission from anywhere (even remotely in emergencies). |
| Authorities | Unnecessary physical disturbances, lost paperwork. | Centralized Dashboards for paperless, digital approvals and remarks. |
| Institution | Wasted time, excessive paper consumption. | Digital Transformation aligning campus operations with its goals. |
GetAway.io ensures seamless and secure approval through automated, role-based routing:
- Student Submission: The student creates and submits a leave request.
- FA Review: The leave is automatically routed to and appears only on the corresponding Faculty Advisor's dashboard. The FA provides remarks and approval.
- Warden Approval: Once FA-approved, the leave automatically forwards to the corresponding Hostel Warden's page for review and approval.
- Admin Finalization: The fully-approved leave is finalized by the Admin, marking the end of the digital process.
| Component | Technology | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Backend Framework | Python 3.10, Flask | Handling routing, session management, and business logic. |
| Database | MySQL/MariaDB | Relational persistence for structured user and leave data. |
| Frontend Styling | Tailwind CSS | Utility-first approach for responsive, clean design. |
| Deployment | Git, PythonAnywhere | Version control and production hosting (WSGI). |
- Author: Ajay Pradeep
- College Email: ajaypradeep24bcs0312@iiitkottayam.ac.in
- GitHub Profile: github.com/AjayyXD