🎯 Overview
A robust Deno-based Slack application that seamlessly integrates with Odoo to streamline leave request and approval processes within the organization. The system uses Odoo as the centralized database for user management and handles various leave types including Casual, Flex, Sick, and Work From Home leaves.
✨ Key Features
📝 Leave Request System
- Slack Commands: Users initiate leave requests using simple
/request leavecommands - Interactive Prompts: Intuitive Slack interface for requesting leave and checking balances
- Comprehensive Application Form: Streamlined submission process capturing:
- Leave type and dates
- Reason for leave
- Replacement personnel
- Responsibility handover details
📊 Leave Balance Management
- Real-time Dashboard: Clear display of leave allowances and usage across all categories
- Live Updates: Instant synchronization of leave data between Slack and Odoo
- Transparent Tracking: Users can monitor their leave balances in real-time
⚡ Automated Approval Workflow
- Hierarchical Routing: Intelligent routing through organizational hierarchy:
- Team Leads → Department Leads → Project Leads → CTO → CEO
- Automated Notifications: Real-time updates to relevant stakeholders
- Status Tracking: Complete visibility of request progress
🛠️ Technical Highlights
🔄 Real-time Slack Integration
- Built interactive components using Slack's API for responsive user interfaces
- Implemented seamless command handling and interactive message components
🎛️ Advanced State Management
- Developed sophisticated state handling in Deno runtime
- Ensured accurate tracking throughout the complete leave request lifecycle
- Managed complex user interactions with reliable state persistence
🔄 Optimized Data Synchronization
- Implemented efficient, bi-directional data sync between Slack and Odoo
- Ensured real-time accuracy and consistency of leave data
- Built robust error handling and fallback mechanisms
📈 Impact & Results
- Improved Efficiency: Automated leave request process reducing manual overhead
- Enhanced Transparency: Real-time visibility into leave balances and request status
- Streamlined Workflow: Eliminated paper-based processes and email chains
- Better Compliance: Centralized tracking ensuring policy adherence
💻 Technologies & Skills
Core Technologies: Deno, Slack API, Odoo Integration
Key Skills: CI/CD, Real-time Data Synchronization, API Development, State Management, Workflow Automation
