Case Study - Accurate Snow, Ice, and Water Depth Monitoring

Overview

The Frost Solutions Snow Depth Sensor is an advanced environmental monitoring device that accurately measures and records snow, ice, and water depth. It allows for remote monitoring and configurable alerts, ensuring users stay informed about changing conditions.

To enhance its functionality, I developed the Frost Solutions Companion App using React Native, enabling seamless cross-platform support for both Android and iOS. The app allows users to calibrate their sensor and collect data even when the sensor is out of range of a Mini-Weather Station or Frost Vision Camera, using Bluetooth connectivity for real-time data synchronization.

Through close collaboration with the internal Frost team, I ensured smooth backend integration with the Frost API, optimizing communication between the app and the sensor. Additionally, I worked with executives and key stakeholders to refine the user experience, ensuring the app was not only functional but also intuitive and user-friendly.

How I Built It with React Native:

Cross-Platform Development: Built with React Native, ensuring a single codebase for iOS and Android, which accelerated development and maintained performance.

API Integration: Integrated with the Frost API using Axios, working closely with the backend team to optimize requests and data flow.

Bluetooth Connectivity: Implemented React Native Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) libraries to enable seamless communication between the sensor and the app.

State Management: Built a custom state manager for efficient state handling, ensuring smooth real-time data updates and interaction with the BLE library.

UI/UX Enhancements: Designed a polished, user-friendly interface using Styled Components, focusing on usability and accessibility.

Authentication & Security: Secured user access with JWT, ensuring data privacy and security.

Performance Optimization: Leveraged React Native Reanimated and Gesture Handler for fluid animations and improved UI responsiveness.

Bug tracking: Ensured reliability through comprehensive testing and bug tracking using Sentry.

What we did