This week I focused on planning the software side of our project which is the app for the system. I relooked at the main features we need the app to support namely medication setup, scheduling, reminders, dose logging and displaying the next scheduled dose. A major part of this week was comparing the different languages and framework options for the app. Initially, I was considering using Flutter. However, after weighing development speed and ease of use as well as what would fit our capstone timeline best, I decided that Typescript with React Native and Expo is the best choice for our project. This kind of stack would allow the app to support cross-platform development and do all the things it need to be able to do.
I also planned the order in which the app is built so that I can focus on the features that are most important. I created a personal schedule in order to stay on track for the interim demo. I also outlined the MVP around the core workflow which is medication setup, home screen, next dose display, reminders and dose logging.
Based on this, the first thing I will start building is the basic app structure. I will begin setting up the project on VS Code, creating the main screen skeletons and building the medication setup flow.
In terms of the overall schedule, I think there is enough time for our team to build all individual components as assigned in order to have something concrete for the demo.