This week, I started by preparing for the design presentation. Since we made a lot of changes to our project, we had to add these changes to the presentation. In addition, since I am presenting for the design presentation, I spent the majority of our time writing out a basic script of things that I need to say, and spent time rehearsing it.
Since we also added a new section to our project, I spent some time researching equipment and materials that we could use, including the type of display. Originally, I thought about using a raspberry pi, since raspberry pis have more compatible display screens. However, I decided on using an Arduino GIGA display shield, as it is a display that is compatible with Arduino, which we were already using to control the door. In addition, it is a touch screen display, which can allow users to interact with it, making it feel more like a game.
I am slightly behind on my schedule, since we just decided to add an extra part to our project a few days ago. I have been able to do some basic research and brainstorming about it, but in the following week I must finalize the equipment that I need to use, and place orders for it within the first few days of the week.
In the next week, I plan to place orders for the items that I need, draw out specific diagrams for what the display would look like and what it kinds of statics need to be shown. I will also begin the coding for the assignment.
https://store.arduino.cc/collections/displays/products/giga-display-shield