Reference

Time Tracking Glossary

Plain-English definitions of time tracking, billing, and AI integration concepts — with examples from ClockMe.

AI & Integrations

3 terms
MCP (Model Context Protocol)An open standard that lets AI models call external tools and services.MCP ServerA service that exposes tools to AI models via the Model Context Protocol.Hook (Claude Code)A shell command that runs automatically on Claude Code events like session start and stop.

Security & Auth

1 term
API KeyA secret token used to authenticate requests to an API.

Time Tracking & Billing

8 terms
Billable HoursTime spent working that you can charge a client for.Time TrackingRecording how time is spent on projects and tasks to support billing, reporting, and productivity.Idle DetectionAutomatically detecting when a user has stopped working and prompting them to adjust their timer.InvoiceA document sent to a client listing services rendered and the amount owed.Hourly RateThe amount charged per hour of work for a service or project.Project BudgetA maximum number of hours allocated to a project, used to track progress and prevent overruns.TimesheetA record of hours worked, organised by project or task, typically over a week or pay period.Concurrent TimersRunning multiple time tracking timers simultaneously for different projects or clients.

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