Personal Accomplishment
What did you personally accomplish this week on the project? Give files or photos that demonstrate your progress. Prove to the reader that you put sufficient effort into the project over the course of the week (12+ hours).
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- Set up WordPress Website: I configured our WordPress website and made sure that our platform is ready for content uploads and customization.
- Submitted Orders for Accelerometer and GPS: I completed the research phase for selecting the most suitable accelerometer and GPS modules that meet our project’s requirements. I ensured the components would integrate with our Raspberry Pi 4 (RPi4) and leaving enough ports for other components while considering factors like compatibility, precision, and cost. Our chosen accelerometer is connected to RPi4 through I2C or SPI and GPS can be connected through USB. For the accelerometer, we prioritized features that enable immediate fall detection in case a user trips, while for the GPS, we focused on ensuring accurate location tracking, as we had previously encountered challenges using phone location services, which sometimes routed data through Google Cloud clusters instead of reflecting the user’s true position. I submitted the final component choices through the required Canvas Google form.
- Designed the Layout for Website: I focused on brainstorming and drafting the initial layout for the Walk Guard website. The design process is still ongoing, with a primary focus on improving user experience, particularly for visually impaired individuals. Key aspects being considered include clear sections for product features, and an easy-to-use contact form. I’m exploring options for a homepage that provides an immediate understanding of the Walk Guard’s purpose, along with feature pages that highlight the product’s functionality and benefits. In terms of accessibility, I’m still deliberating on the best approach for incorporating features such as screen reader compatibility, high-contrast design, and large, easy-to-read fonts.
- Slide Creation: I worked on the slide for our first presentation. Particularly Use Cases and Use Case Requirements. I researched on common problems visually impaired people face and statistical information that support our claim.
Schedule
Is your progress on schedule or behind? If you are behind, what actions will be taken to catch up to the project schedule?
My progress so far is on schedule. I have successfully completed all the tasks I set for this week. This includes finalizing the research for selecting the accelerometer and GPS components and submitting the orders accordingly. I also made significant progress on the initial layout design for the website, which remains an ongoing task.
To maintain momentum and stay on track, I plan to begin working on the next phase of the project, which involves setting up the ordered components once they arrive. This includes integrating the accelerometer and GPS with our system and performing initial tests to ensure compatibility with the Raspberry Pi 4. Additionally, I will collaborate with the team to begin creating the design presentation, ensuring that the layout, functionality, and accessibility features are effectively communicated.
Upcoming Deliverables
What deliverables do you hope to complete in the next week?
- Refine the website layout based on feedback from initial design drafts.
- Set up the accelerometer and GPS once items are received.