BRB Counter

A web application to help Cornell University students track and manage their BRB (Big Red Bucks) meal plan spending throughout the semester.

Description

BRB Counter is a simple, user-friendly tool that calculates whether you're on track with your BRB spending. It analyzes your current BRB balance against the progress of the semester to determine if you're over-spending, under-spending, or perfectly on track with your meal plan.

Features

• Calculate semester completion percentage based on current date
• Track percentage of BRBs used
• Project ideal weekly and daily BRB spending rates
• Provide personalized feedback based on spending patterns
• Informational popup explaining calculation methodology

Tech Stack

• HTML5
• CSS3
• Vanilla JavaScript
• Vercel for hosting and analytics

How It Works

1. Enter your starting BRB amount (default is 400)
2. Enter your current BRB balance
3. Click "Calculate" to see:
   • Semester completion percentage
   • Percentage of BRBs used
   • Projected weekly usage
   • Projected daily usage
   • A comment suggesting whether to adjust your spending

Installation

To run this project locally:

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/BRB-Counter-web.git
   

2. Navigate to the project directory

   cd BRB-Counter-web/BRB\ counter/
   

3. Open the index.html file in your browser

   open index.html
   

   Alternatively, you can use a simple HTTP server:

   python -m http.server
   

   Then visit http://localhost:8000 in your browser.

Contributing

Feel free to fork this repository and submit pull requests for any enhancements or bug fixes.

Author

Developed by Joshua Dirga (2024)