Project Introduction

In a collaborative effort to enhance the Eastrail experience, our team, sponsored and mentored by Meta, has embarked on an ambitious project. We're addressing key challenges in user experience, safety, and community engagement along the 42-mile trail system near Lake Washington. Our solution involves a harmonious blend of interactive installations and a web app, aiming to transform the trail into a safer, more engaging, and community-focused space. This initiative is not just about technological innovation; it's about improving the day-to-day interactions of trail users and fostering a more vigorous community connection.

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Reimagined: Pioneering the Future of Trail Engagement

Dive into the heart of innovation with our 2-minute journey! Through our rigorous design thinking process, informed by extensive user research and iterative enhancements, we redefined trail interaction.

The "Nature Store" (trail installation) acts as a lighthouse along the trail, featuring cyclist speed tracking with LED alerts for safety, web augmented reality for educational exploration, and dynamic displays of local fauna, revitalizing trail usage for a safer, more engaging experience.

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Project Poster

Discover the cutting-edge intersection of technology and nature conservation with our Eastrail project poster. Delve into our tech stack and architectural blueprint, which serve as the backbone for a suite of innovative features designed to revolutionize the trail experience. Additionally, this poster unveils our specialized dashboard for trail managers, a pivotal tool for real-time tracking of user counts and maintenance feedback, ensuring the Eastrail remains a safe, enjoyable, and well-preserved environment for all.

Final Project Poster (PDF)

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Gratitude & Appreciation

In the collaborative spirit that defines our work, I've had the privilege of leading the integrated development of both software and hardware, which encompasses the intricacies of IoT devices and the sleek interface of our web page.

It's with a deep sense of appreciation that I extend my heartfelt thanks to Cloud Qiu and Ke Wang, whose remarkable talents in device crafting, web design, and insightful user research have been indispensable. My gratitude also flows to Hon Leung, whose expertise not only refined the front end of our web page but also seamlessly integrated it with the robust capabilities of Google Cloud Platform. This journey of creation wouldn't have reached its zenith without the collective genius of my team members, to whom I owe a debt of gratitude.

A special note of thanks goes to our sponsor, Meta, for their generous support, and to Ori Gershony, the Engineering Manager at Meta, whose guidance has been as enlightening as it has been encouraging. Together, we've turned visions into tangible realities; I am eternally grateful for that.

Thanks to my teammates and Meta Engineering Manager for their support.

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