Faq - Codaro

Question 1

How do I access my dashboard?

Accepted Answer

After logging in, choose your role (Developer or Manager) and you'll be redirected to your personalized dashboard. Developers can track coding time, view analytics, and manage projects. Managers get team insights, progress reports, and task delegation tools.

Question 2

What analytics can I see as a developer?

Accepted Answer

Your developer dashboard includes coding time tracking, productivity metrics, commit analysis, activity heatmaps, goal tracking, and team benchmarks. You can view trends over different time periods and export data as CSV or PDF.

Question 3

What features are available for managers?

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Managers can view team performance, generate reports, track project progress, delegate tasks with AI recommendations, manage team settings, and analyze developer productivity across different time periods and projects.

Question 4

How does the IDE integration work?

Accepted Answer

Currently, we support VS Code with our official extension. Install the Codaro plugin from the VS Code Marketplace, enter your unique project code from your manager, and start coding. Your activity will be automatically tracked and synced to your dashboard.

Question 5

Can I track multiple projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can switch between different projects in your dashboard, view analytics per project, and track coding time across multiple repositories. Managers can also generate project-specific reports and insights.

Question 6

Is my coding data secure?

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Absolutely! All data is encrypted in transit and at rest. We only track coding patterns and time, not your actual code content. You can manage data retention and export your data at any time from your dashboard settings.

Question 7

How does billing work?

Accepted Answer

We offer a free plan for individual developers with core features. Pro and Enterprise plans include advanced analytics, team management, and priority support. You can manage your subscription directly in your account dashboard.

Question 8

How do I set up my team?

Accepted Answer

As a manager, log into your dashboard, go to Team Settings, and generate unique project codes for your developers. Share these codes with your team members who can then install the VS Code extension and join your project.

Question 9

Can I export my data?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Both developers and managers can export their data in CSV or PDF format directly from the dashboard. You can export coding time reports, productivity metrics, and team analytics for external analysis or reporting.

Question 10

What integrations are coming next?

Accepted Answer

We're working on JetBrains IDEs (IntelliJ, WebStorm, PyCharm), Slack notifications, Jira synchronization, and GitHub integration. Check our roadmap page for the latest updates on upcoming features.

Question 11

What encryption standards do you use?

Accepted Answer

We use industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit and AES-256 encryption for data at rest. All communication between your device and our servers is protected with HTTPS, and sensitive data is encrypted in our databases.

Question 12

Where is my data stored?

Accepted Answer

Your data is stored on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) in EU data centers (europe-central2). We maintain EU residency for GDPR compliance and benefit from Google's enterprise-grade physical and network security.

Question 13

How do you protect against data breaches?

Accepted Answer

We implement multiple layers of security including encryption, access controls, regular security audits, monitoring for anomalies, and incident response procedures. We also conduct regular penetration testing and security assessments.

Question 14

What happens if there's a security incident?

Accepted Answer

We have a comprehensive incident response plan that includes immediate containment, investigation, notification to affected users if required by law, and remediation. We report incidents to relevant authorities as required by GDPR.

Question 15

How can I report a security vulnerability?

Accepted Answer

You can report security vulnerabilities to info@codaro.dev with the subject 'Security Report.' We encourage responsible disclosure and commit to acknowledging valid reports and working quickly on fixes.

Question 16

How do I delete my account?

Accepted Answer

You can delete your account from your profile settings. This will permanently remove all your data, including coding activity, projects, and team memberships. Contact us if you need assistance.

Question 17

How do I export my data?

Accepted Answer

You can export your data in CSV or JSON format from your dashboard settings. This includes your coding activity, projects, and analytics data. The export will be available for download within 24 hours.

Question 18

How long are heartbeats stored?

Accepted Answer

By default, IDE heartbeats are stored for 12 months. You can adjust this retention period in your dashboard settings, with options ranging from 3 months to 2 years.

Question 19

Can I opt out of data collection?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can disable specific data collection features in your settings. However, some data collection is necessary for the service to function. You can always contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Question 20

How do I access the Codaro dashboard after signing up?

Accepted Answer

After registering, you'll receive login credentials via email. Simply visit our dashboard, log in, and you'll see your personalized analytics including coding time, project breakdowns, and productivity insights. Your VS Code integration will automatically sync your development activity.

Question 21

What kind of analytics and insights does Codaro provide?

Accepted Answer

Codaro tracks your coding time, languages used, project activity, and productivity patterns. You'll see daily/weekly/monthly reports, file editing statistics, and team collaboration metrics. Managers get additional insights like team productivity comparisons, project progress tracking, and developer workload analysis.

Question 22

Is my code and development data secure with Codaro?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We only track metadata (time spent, file names, project names) - never your actual code content. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest. You control what's shared with your team, and you can export or delete your data anytime. We're GDPR compliant and prioritize developer privacy.

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