Make flexible schedule do something useful

[florianbeisel]

The current flexible schedule system is not well-structured and does not align with user expectations. The goal is to refine the system so that it provides intuitive and expected behavior while maintaining flexibility.

Default Mode: Fully Flexible Schedule

• By default, the schedule should be fully flexible.
• The user configures:
  • A standard work duration (e.g., 8 hours per day).
  • A break duration (e.g., 1 hour).
  • A preferred start time (e.g., around 8:30 AM).
• This mode closely resembles the current UI but ensures clearer behavior.

Customization Options

When the schedule is not fully flexible, users should have control over two key aspects:

1. Flexible Breaks Mode

• Users can choose whether:
  • Breaks are fixed (e.g., required at a specific time due to external constraints, such as managing a phone line).
  • Breaks are flexible (e.g., the user is free to take breaks throughout the day as needed).

2. Flexible Day Mode

• Users can decide whether:
  • Their start time is fixed (e.g., they must start at 9:00 AM).
  • Their breaks remain flexible or fixed within their workday.