Eye-Minder v2.0

👁️ Protect Your Vision, Boost Your Productivity

Did you know that the average person blinks 66% less when staring at a screen?¹ This can lead to eye strain, headaches, and decreased productivity. Eye-Minder is here to help!

What is Eye-Minder?

Eye-Minder is a desktop application built with PyQt5 that reminds you to follow the 20-20-20 rule:

Every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away.

This simple habit can significantly reduce eye strain and improve your overall well-being while working on your computer.

🚀 Key Features

• Customizable reminders: Set intervals that work best for you
• Non-intrusive notifications: Stay focused while taking care of your eyes
• Track your habits: Monitor your adherence to the 20-20-20 rule
• Cross-platform: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux

🔬 The Science Behind Eye-Minder

1. Reduced eye strain: Following the 20-20-20 rule can decrease symptoms of computer vision syndrome by up to 32%²
2. Improved focus: Regular breaks can boost productivity by up to 13%³
3. Better sleep: Reducing blue light exposure in the evening can improve sleep quality by 58%⁴

How to Install and Use Eye-Minder

1. Download the application from the following link:
   Download Eye-Minder v2.0

2. Install the application by running the downloaded .exe file.

3. Once installed, launch Eye-Minder. An icon will appear in your system tray.

4. Click on the tray icon for all available information and to manage your settings.

🚀 Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Python 3.11+
• PyQt5

Installation and Setup

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/awwais/Eye-Minder-v2.0.git
   cd Eye-Minder-v2.0

2. Create and activate a virtual environment:

   • On Windows:

     python -m venv myenv
     myenv\Scripts\activate

   • On macOS and Linux:

     python3 -m venv myenv
     source myenv/bin/activate

3. Install the required packages:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

4. Run the application:

   python main.py

🤝 How to Contribute

We welcome contributions from developers of all skill levels! Here's how you can help:

1. Report bugs: Open an issue if you find any problems
2. Suggest features: Have an idea? We'd love to hear it!
3. Improve documentation: Help us make Eye-Minder easier to use and understand
4. Write code: Tackle an open issue or add a new feature

Contribution Steps

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch (git checkout -b feature/AmazingFeature)
3. Make your changes
4. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature')
5. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/AmazingFeature)
6. Open a Pull Request

📚 Learn More

• Computer Vision Syndrome
• The 20-20-20 Rule
• PyQt5 Documentation

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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Footnotes

1. Patel et al. (2017). "Blink rate and incomplete blinks in six different controlled hard-copy and electronic reading conditions." Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, 58(6), 2992-2998. ↩

2. Ang et al. (2014). "Evaluating the role of the 20-20-20 rule in relieving computer vision syndrome." Southeast Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health, 45(6), 1498-1503. ↩

3. Henning et al. (1997). "Frequent short rest breaks from computer work: effects on productivity and well-being at two field sites." Ergonomics, 40(1), 78-91. ↩

4. Ostrin et al. (2017). "Objectively measured light exposure in emmetropic and myopic adults." Optometry and Vision Science, 94(2), 229-238. ↩