Roommate Matcher: An Approach to Assigning Roommates in Schools Based on Compatibility

Abstract

In many educational institutions, the process of assigning roommates is often conducted randomly, leading to potential conflicts and dissatisfaction among students. This document introduces "Roommate Matcher," a system designed to improve the roommate assignment process in Ghanaian schools by matching students based on compatibility. Roommate Matcher aims to address the issues arising from random room assignments, such as conflicts, stress, and poor academic performance, by utilizing a structured approach to pair students with similar habits and preferences. This study explores the purpose, scope, research questions, technologies used, and realistic applications of Roommate Matcher, specifically tailored to the context of Ghanaian schools.