iSchool Capstone

2024

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Contigo Chatbot

Contigo Chatbot is a lightweight web service that provides legal and social service recommendations to unaccompanied alien children in the U.S. In collaboration with Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), this WhatsApp-integrated chatbot serves 18-24 year-old clients in Maryland. Emphasizing informal, spontaneous conversations, the chatbot focuses on improving literacy of immigration steps and supports life transitions through contextual recommendations. Utilizing ChatGPT 4.0, Contigo can communicate in multiple languages and is centered around serving non-English resources to KIND’s Clients. Contigo amplifies KIND's efforts to provide resources to vulnerable populations at low cost and high utility.
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Country Bookshelf Book Fair Handbook

Country Bookshelf, Montana’s largest independent bookstore, is located in the growing metropolis of Bozeman and for over 65 years has been a literary destination for locals and travelers alike. Country Bookshelf engages with its community in various ways, including book fairs with local schools. Before this project, Country Bookshelf had little in terms of concrete procedures and tools that could be referenced when hosting a book fair. The creation of a book fair handbook aims to build upon the successful book fair program that Country Bookshelf has been able to implement and guarantee continued opportunities for students, librarians, and booksellers.
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dewy: an innovative approach to accessing tailored skincare ingredients

In today's digital age, the internet and social media have transformed into essential tools for skincare beginners. Yet, alongside this accessibility, the prevalence of misinformation within the skincare industry has surged. Dewy tackles this challenge by offering immediate access to personalized skincare insights. Leveraging computer vision technology, our website swiftly analyzes images or skin segments and provides tailored recommendations for addressing specific skin concerns. Our results not only identify potential skin concerns but also offer an ingredient-focused approach, empowering users with knowledge to make informed decisions about skincare purchases.
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Fortnite Harvest: A Quest for Zero Hunger

The global issue of hunger affects 309 million people, including 45 million children under 5, raising awareness is paramount. Our project introduces a custom island within Fortnite, where players can engage in fishing, farming, and exploring, mirroring real-world challenges. Through immersive gameplay, players can learn and think about the complexities of hunger exacerbated by factors like shortage of resources and water scarcity. The game will be incorporated into the school curriculum to educate students about Zero Hunger and will also be accessible to the public. Our project fosters empathy, empowering individuals to take tangible actions in the real world.
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GeoHealth Wastewater Infectious Disease Monitoring

GeoHealth is a web-based platform addressing the information gap in tracking infectious diseases via wastewater data analysis. It offers real-time insights and risk assessments to help communities understand and mitigate health threats, specifically from COVID-19. Utilizing data from national wastewater facilities, the platform provides statistical risk scores and visualizes trends of disease prevalence. GeoHealth significantly enhances public health literacy, equipping individuals with the necessary tools to proactively manage health risks, thereby making a profound difference in public safety and preparedness against infectious diseases.
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inStroketor: Simplifying your stroke recovery

Stroke can have severe impacts on individuals, including paralysis and speech impairments. To address this, many patients meet with various therapists and complete assigned exercises to improve their mobility and cognitive abilities. However, this is found to be inefficient and unmotivating for stroke patients. To address this, we’ve created inStroketor, a stroke rehabilitation website that provides an individualized and clear rehabilitation progress plan, the ability to walk through rehabilitation exercises step-by-step, and resources to connect with other stroke patients local to you. Through effortless progress monitoring, inStroketor empowers patients and improves their recovery journey in a fun, adoptable manner!
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Kids Are Not Content

Sharenting, the act of parental oversharing information about their children online, threatens children's rights to privacy, informed consent, and online safety. Kids Are Not Content is a comprehensive resource for parents navigating this digital world. Site visitors learn about the risks of sharenting, understand strategies to advocate for legislative change, and have access to expert research and guidance. Kids Are Not Content empowers parents and creates a supportive community to harness change and ultimately create a safer digital world for kids.
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Lambda News Digest

Sponsored by Amazon, Lambda News Digest transforms traditional Glamazon newsletters into a digestible, engaging, and tailored experience. Our solution tackles the lack of readability and informative content in current newsletters by introducing a live news digest with interactive visualizations. Leveraging state-of-the-art AI and ML technologies, our platform delivers a personalized and engaging news experience, enriched with a diverse selection of news sources. Our generalizable technology infrastructure offers adaptability across various information contexts and fields. This initiative transforms news consumption by making information more accessible and relevant, fostering inclusivity and awareness within and beyond the LGBTQ+ community.
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Last Mile Innovations: Leveraging Smart Solutions for Efficient Amazon Warehouse Audits

The Site Audit Tool revolutionizes the warehouse audit process for design engineers at Amazon's Last Mile team. Developed by Team Phoenix, this AWS-based web interface addresses the shortcomings of traditional spreadsheet audits by enhancing efficiency, improving the tracking of critical issues, and fostering better collaboration among auditors. As Amazon expands its network of delivery stations, engineers must ensure each site aligns with the 'Digital Twin' before launching. This tool digitizes the process, integrating features like real-time data synchronization, dynamic user interfaces, and robust backend support. It empowers engineers to swiftly identify and resolve discrepancies, ultimately boosting operational accuracy and efficiency.
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Mass Delivery Integration for DoorDash

Our project tackles the challenges of high food delivery costs, limited meal options, and inefficient deliveries for university students on campus. Integrating a "Mass Delivery" feature into the existing DoorDash app enables students to participate in group orders at designated campus food lockers, significantly reducing the cost per meal and delivery times. Our results from testing with students demonstrated both cost savings and increased convenience. This project makes a significant difference in the lives of students by providing them with a more affordable and efficient way to access meals, allowing an increased focus on studies and less on meal logistics.