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General FAQ

What is Plansoar?

Plansoar is a course planning and scheduling tool that uses constraint satisfaction algorithms to generate optimized academic schedules.

Who can use Plansoar?

Plansoar is designed for:

  • Academic administrators
  • Department heads
  • Scheduling coordinators
  • IT administrators

What are the system requirements?

  • Node.js 20 or later
  • PostgreSQL 14 or later
  • Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
  • Minimum 4GB RAM recommended

Is Plansoar free?

Plansoar is open source. You can use it free of charge.

Can I customize the scheduling rules?

Yes. Plansoar supports custom constraints that you can configure to match your institution's requirements.

Does Plansoar support multiple semesters?

Yes. You can create separate schedules for each semester or term.

Can I export schedules?

Yes. Schedules can be exported as PDF, Excel, CSV, or iCal format.