Android Application targeted towards benefiting the elderly amongst other potential demographics. Sends a push notification to a user designated emergency contact if the user has not opened their phone in a certain period of time.
Use of Node.js, Twilio, and ngrok for secure tunneling of local host ports.
Use of Android Volley for sending POST requests to Node.js server.
Setting up HTTP server with npm:
At top level of server directory : npm install
Run ngrok with port you want to tunnel.
Configure server.js to use the port you tunneled.
Type node server.js.
Created with Android Studio v2.2.3 Created with Node.js v4.6.2 Created with Android Volley : https://github.com/google/volley <--- Literally Saved our Lives
Local Password : Keep settings secure for individuals who may have mood swings or unpredictable behavior. Loved ones can ensure that the primary benefactor of HeartBeep will not accidentally or intentionally override settings.
Voice Recognition : Original Feature Intended but scoped for time constraints. Google Cloud Voice Recognition API implementation for situations where the benefactor of HeartBeep may be immobilized or unable to reach their mobile device. In addition, instead of logging activity through unlocking the phone, presence can be recognized by a preset phrase.
Calling Emergency Contacts : Use of Twilio to call the designated emergency contact with an automated voice message before sending out an SMS. Can be argued to be more effective and more likely to be noticed/responded to.
Copyright 2017 DjJerryJ
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