Objectives

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The primary objective of this capstone project is to enhance SimpleBaby by addressing critical bugs, improving user experience, and implementing key features from the project’s backlog. Below is a summary of the main objectives and deliverables.

Objectives

• Addressing the app crash when adding a new entry due to improper state management.
• Fixing inconsistent data persistence across app restarts caused by local storage issues.
• Correcting UI rendering issues on specific Android devices to ensure cross-platform compatibility.
• Streamlining the process for logging activities to reduce user input time.
• Adding support for tracking additional activities (e.g., medication or milestones).
• Introducing export/import functionality for data backup and transfer using encrypted formats.
• Enabling multi-user support to allow multiple caregivers to securely access and update baby data.
• Strengthen the app’s end-to-end encryption and local storage mechanisms to maintain user trust and comply with privacy standards.

Deliverables

• Published Application: A fully functional version of SimpleBaby with all known bugs resolved, tested on both Android and iOS platforms.
• Enhanced User Interface: A redesigned UI with intuitive navigation, and a dashboard displaying activity summaries and visualizations.
• New Features: Implemented features including additional activity tracking, secure data export/import, and multi-user support with proper encryption.
• Comprehensive Documentation: Updated user and developer documentation, including setup guides, API references, and contribution guidelines.
• Test Suite: A robust set of unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and prevent regressions.

Stretch Goals

• App provides personalized insights (starting with sleep)
• User can opt-in to authorize anonymized data collection 

Motivations

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New parents often struggle to track their baby’s daily activities, leading to stress and uncertainty in managing care routines. Existing baby tracking apps frequently rely on cloud-based storage, raising privacy concerns for sensitive data. SimpleBaby addresses this problem by offering a local-first, encrypted solution that ensures data remains secure and private, aligning with the growing demand for privacy-focused applications. The impact of this project is significant: it provides caregivers with a reliable, user-friendly tool to predict and manage their baby’s needs without compromising data security. For students, this capstone project offers a chance to solve real-world problems, contribute to open-source software, and develop skills in mobile app development, encryption, and user experience design, all while making a tangible difference for families.

Qualifications

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency in TypeScript and JavaScript for front-end and back-end development.
• Experience with React Native or similar frameworks for cross-platform mobile development.
• Basic understanding of encryption concepts.
• Familiarity with Git for version control and collaborative development.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team of 3-4 students.
• Strong communication skills for documenting progress and discussing issues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with React Native, Expo, or similar frameworks for cross-platform mobile development.
• Experience with deployment processes (e.g., Google Play Store submissions).
• Knowledge of end-to-end encryption or secure data storage practices.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress) for unit, integration testing, and end-to-end testing (e.g., Maestro, Appium).
• Understanding of UI/UX design principles for creating intuitive interfaces.

Details

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Project Partner:

Alexander Ulbrich

NDA/IPA:

No Agreement Required

Number Groups:

1

Project Status:

Accepting Applicants

Website:
https://github.com/adulbrich/SimpleBaby

Keywords:
DatabaseMobileAndroidiOSHCI / UX / UINew Product or Game