Rmappy

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  Rmappy

Inspiration

The idea for Rmappy came from our personal struggles navigating the RMIT campus, especially with confusing buildings like 56 and 57, which are connected but hard to differentiate. On our first day, we got lost and realised there was a lack of detailed information online, making it difficult to find classrooms. This frustrating experience inspired us to create a solution that helps students navigate the campus with ease.

What it does

Rmappy is a campus navigation app designed for RMIT students. It provides GPS guidance and visual markers, like photos of building entrances, to help students easily find the right buildings and classrooms. The app allows users to search for specific buildings and offers real-time directions to their destination.

How we built it

We built Rmappy using JavaScript for the frontend, integrating the Google Maps API for real-time GPS navigation, and Firebase for backend authentication and user management. We designed the visual elements with Photoshop and Illustrator to create a simple, user-friendly interface. Our focus was on developing a lightweight app with core navigation features.

Challenges we ran into

One of the biggest challenges was ensuring a smooth integration between the GPS data from the Google Maps API and the visual markers. Designing a functional yet intuitive user interface was also tricky. Time management was an issue too, as the design process took longer than expected, so we had to carefully balance user experience and functionality.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We’re proud of creating a working prototype of Rmappy in a short timeframe. Building an app that addresses a real world problem while providing a smooth user experience was a huge achievement. We’re also proud of how well we worked together as a team, and each of us made valuable contributions to the project.

What we learned

We learned that designing a great user experience is often more challenging than the coding itself. We improved our skills in integrating APIs and managing backend processes, especially using Firebase for authentication and Google Maps for navigation. We also gained a lot from managing our time and prioritising key features in a short period.

What's next for Rmappy

Next, we plan to add more features to Rmappy, like letting students upload photos of classrooms and buildings, creating a community driven platform. We’re also considering adding a rewards system where users can earn credits for their contributions. In addition, we’ll look at improving the navigation system by including more specific routes based on student paths.

Built With

• css
• firebase
• google
• html
• javascript
• netlify