At a glance
PWA + stores
Runs as a PWA and can also be deployed to the iOS and Android app stores.
GPS + camera
Uses the device’s sensors to locate and document every nest.
CSV export
All research data can be exported for analysis.
The project
The challenge
Researchers need to find magpie nests in the field every season and keep reliable records of the individuals in each nest, as well as their eggs and chicks.
They needed a tool that works on mobile and tablet out in the field, ties every observation to a location and keeps a clear record of who changed what.
What we did
- Built for the fieldA progressive web app for mobile and tablet that uses the device’s GPS and camera.
- Season-by-season dataNests are recorded per season, with the information researchers need for each one, including individuals, eggs and chicks.
- Faster navigationGPS location guides researchers to each nest.
- Full traceabilityEvery user has an activity log and change history, and all data can be exported to CSV.
Technology
Frontend
- Ionic (hybrid app)
- PWA
Backend
- Laravel REST API
Database
- PostgreSQL
- PostGIS (spatial data)
Deployment
- PWA
- iOS App Store
- Google Play
Device
- GPS
- Camera
Data
- CSV export
Stack
- Laravel, Ionic, PostgreSQL, AWS.
Results
Researchers have a single place to locate nests and record field observations, with a full change history and data ready to export.
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