pipwell | Devpost

pipwell Intro Screen

Our Inspiration

Our motivation to embark on this project is rooted in our personal experiences with the healthcare system. From misdiagnosed blood clots delayed lupus diagnosis to uncertainties surrounding Down Syndrome, each of us has a story. These narratives, though varied, converged on a singular point of pain: the challenges of medical diagnosis and the pivotal role of clear communication in healthcare.

What We Learned

As a diverse team, we brought different skills and expertise to the table. For some of us, this was first time into web application development, while others were revisiting after some time. Despite the varying experience levels, each member's unique skill set was invaluable. Time constraints posed a significant challenge, but in those moments of pressure, we found solace in shared games, music, and puzzles.

Challenges you ran into

Sam

Installing packages – a pain
Everything was kind of overwhelming
Never coded in Java or Javascript before
Never used and created a database – with node

Vincent

Figuring out how to code in HTML-first-time using
Figuring out how to prompt chatbot
Making the website presentable

Liz

Gotten errors and couldn’t find solutions anywhere -- after looking for them everywhere
Connecting to a database

Carina

Getting used to Mongo -- never worked with a database before

OVERALL

We got several bugs and had to debug them over the past 24 hours
All getting used to connecting to a database
Learning new programming languages

Building Our Project

Tools like GitHub, Discord, and Google Docs facilitated our collaborative journey. These platforms enabled seamless idea exchange and fostered a conducive environment for brainstorming and development. However, our journey was not without its challenges. Deploying the database for our problem, in particular, posed significant hurdles. We learned to take things slow – this is a marathon, not a sprint but we still need to create and have goals to accomplish within certain time frames. We were also very proud of what we were able to accomplish, especially with learning a language we had no prior experience with.