videre the new trend in online grades ∞2 ∞2. the team jason lafata andrew sauber michael...
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Dilemma Typical grade databases are
boring Do not offer any grade
interpretations Generic information Parents uninformed of how
children are progressing
Videre is the SOLUTION Engaging layout Displays graphs and trends Interprets grades and provides
advanced statistics Alerts parents as to how child is
progressing Shows student how they need to
perform to succeed
A Proof of Concept Builds upon an existing online
grade booksUses its database and
authentication Written in PHP Graphs using PHP-SWF library Right now uses our own test
database
Integration Database calls
Change the queries to work with your database
Send a PUSH request when a grade is addedCall with student and assignment
id Sends alerts and adds to newsfeed
AuthenticationSet up a way to read and
authenticate cookies
Task Divisions Jason – Trends, test data chief Andrew – Chart, icons, layouts Michael – Consultant, database
interface Talisha – Layout, banner, design ideas Jay – Alerts pages and functionality Everybody – Menial task of entering
data
Obstacles Communicating effectively at
times Motivation and focus Showing up for meetings Sleep Mandatory Fun Activities
If only we had more time…
Per assignment “what if” feature Student “tips” feature PHP 5 object oriented Unit testing Backtracing Implement with real grade book