MobiNav

The MobiNav Project is a campus navigation system for Kennesaw State University's Marietta campus, aimed at improving accessibility for individuals with mobility needs. The web-based application provides a user-friendly map that routes around obstacles such as stairs and construction zones. Key features include real-time construction updates, optimized routing, and mobile accessibility. The project emphasizes accessibility compliance, including screen reader compatibility and contrast adjustments.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: React.js, Tailwind CSS, Google Maps API
• Backend: Python, Flask
• Database: SQLite
• Other Tools: Leaflet (map visualization)

Running the Application

Backend Setup

1. Create a virtual environment:

   python -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate  # On Windows: venv\Scripts\activate
   

2. Install dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt
   

3. Initialize the database:

   python init_db.py
   

4. Start the Flask server:

   python run.py
   

Frontend Setup

1. Navigate to the campus-map directory:

   cd campus-map
   

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install
   

3. Start the development server:

   npm start
   

4. Access the application at http://localhost:3000