Software documentation

Brief documentation on software used in the Ghana Mine Repository Tracking and Control Room

Introduction

A variety of softwares are used in the control room to aid in the smooth running of the facility. These software serve various functions and play various parts. Among the software applications used are:

Clickup

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Definition for clickup

ClickUp is a cloud-based project management tool that is designed to help teams collaborate, manage tasks, and track progress. It is an all-in-one productivity platform that offers a range of features and tools that can be customized to meet the needs of different teams and projects.

URL- www.clickup.com

ClickUp's main features include the following:

Teams in a range of industries, including software development, marketing, design, and project management, can use ClickUp. Everyone in the control room uses Clickup to manage their tasks and track their progress. Because it is an all-in-one productivity platform that can be modified to match our individual demands, its adjustable features and straightforward interface make it a popular choice for us.

LiveAgent


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LiveAgent is a customer support platform that provides businesses with a range of tools and features to manage their customer service and support operations. It is a cloud-based platform that allows businesses to communicate with their customers across multiple channels, including email, chat, phone, and social media.

URL- mincom.ladesk.com

Some of the key features of LiveAgent include:

Businesses of all sizes can use LiveAgent in a range of industries, including e-commerce, software development, and customer support. The call center team uses it to personalize customer interactions with an all-in-one help desk solution (through numerous channels such as emails, video call, live chat, phone call), streamline customer support operations, and improve customer satisfaction.

Baserow

bb.jpgBaserow is an open-source online database and no-code application builder that enables users to construct custom databases and web applications without requiring programming knowledge. Baserow provides an intuitive interface for creating and managing databases and data tables, as well as for establishing relationships between them. 

URL-http://baserow.asgmgh.com

Baserow's drag-and-drop interface makes it simple for users to build new tables, add fields, and define relationships between tables. Users can also import data from CSV files, use APIs to connect to external data sources, and design custom forms and views for their data.

Some of the uses of Baserow include:

Overall, Baserow is an excellent tool for anyone who wants to create custom databases or web applications without writing code. In the control room, we utilize baserow to develop forms for collecting and storing data such as CVs, call logs, and so on. 

Canva

URL-www.canva.com

Canva's uses include creating:

Canva is an effective design application that is utilized for a variety of design projects, making it an essential tool for us in the control room for designing flyers, creating presentation slides, and so on.

Dolibarr

dolibarr.pngDolibarr is an open-source enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) software designed for small and medium-sized businesses. It is a web-based application that offers a wide range of features for managing various aspects of a business, including sales, inventory, invoicing, project management, human resources, and more.

URL-erp.asgmgh.com

Some of the key features and uses of Dolibarr include:

Dolibarr is a comprehensive ERP and CRM solution that has assisted us in streamlining our processes, improving efficiency, and increasing production. Because it is open-source, it is also very adaptable and accessible to us. We use dolibarr for book keeping of activities in the control room. That is, it helps to keep records of services such as  registration, reregistration, reconnection, rendered to clients and products purchased by clients such as AI camera, EMME trackers, sim cards, etc.

Budibase

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Budibase is a low-code platform that enables users to create web applications without the need for extensive coding. It has an easy-to-use visual interface that allows you to easily create unique applications. 

URL-http://budibase.asgmgh.com

Budibase is useful for a variety of purposes, including:

Budibase is a versatile platform that is used to create a wide range of web applications quickly and easily. Again, budibase allows us to create and use different databases and also to import database from a server. It is also used for previewing insights generated by the various data as a result of activities in the control room.



Navicat

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Navicat is a database management application with a user-friendly interface for managing and modifying databases. It is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux and supports a variety of databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQLite, and Microsoft SQL Server.

URL-www.navicat.com

Some of the uses of Navicat include:

Navicat is a powerful database management application with numerous features for managing, querying, and altering databases. Because of its user-friendly interface, it is suitable for users with varied degrees of technical skill, making it a popular choice among developers, database administrators, and data analysts.


Kobo Toolbox/collect

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Kobo Toolbox is a free and open-source data collection and analysis tool. It allows users to create custom surveys, questionnaires, and forms, and collect data offline or online using mobile devices or web browsers. The collected data can then be analyzed using various tools and exported in different formats, such as Excel or CSV.

Kobo Toolbox is widely used by humanitarian and development organizations to collect and manage data in the field, such as for conducting needs assessments, monitoring and evaluation, and research. It offers features such as skip logic, data validation, and multimedia uploads to enhance data collection and analysis.

Kobo Toolbox is hosted on the cloud and can be accessed via any device with an internet connection. It is designed to be user-friendly, with a simple interface and easy-to-use features, making it accessible to users with different levels of technical expertise.

URL-http://xkf.asgmgh.com

Some uses of kobo toolbox includes:

Kobo Collect

Kobo Collect is a mobile app that is used in conjunction with Kobo Toolbox for data collection. It allows users to collect data offline using their mobile devices, such as smartphones or tablets, and then upload the data to Kobo Toolbox when an internet connection is available.

Kobo Collect supports various data types, including text, numeric, GPS location, photos, audio, and barcode scans. It also has built-in features such as skip logic, data validation, and the ability to save partially completed surveys for later completion.

Kobo Collect is especially useful for data collection in areas with limited internet connectivity or where internet access is intermittent. It allows users to continue data collection even when they are offline and sync the data with Kobo Toolbox once an internet connection is established.

Figma

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Figma is a web-based design and prototyping tool that allows users to create, collaborate, and share designs and prototypes in real-time. It is widely used by designers, product managers, and developers for its user-friendly interface, flexibility, and collaboration features.

URL- www.figma.com

Here are some of the key features of Figma:

Figma is a versatile design tool that offers a wide range of features and capabilities.


Trilium

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Trilium Notes is an open-source note-taking and personal knowledge management application that allows users to create, organize, and share notes and information. It is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems and can also be used in web browsers.

URL- http://trilium.asgmgh.com

Here are some of the key features of Trilium Notes:



QGIS

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QGIS

QGIS (Quantum GIS) is a free and open-source Geographic Information System (GIS) software that allows users to visualize, analyze, and manage geospatial data. It is a cross-platform software that can run on Windows, macOS, Linux, and other operating systems.

QGIS provides a wide range of tools for handling and processing various types of geospatial data, such as vector, raster, and spatial databases. Users can use QGIS to perform spatial analysis, create maps, edit and manage geospatial data, and share their work with others.

Some common applications of QGIS include:

How QGIS is used in the control room:

·       Acquisition of coordinates to create a geo-fence and / or buffer zone.

·       QGIS can be used in conjunction with TX 140 software to monitor the location of earth moving vehicles and also visualize weather patterns.

Metabase

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Metabase is an open-source business intelligence and analytics tool that allows users to easily create and share interactive dashboards, charts, and reports based on data from various sources such as databases, APIs, and spreadsheets. Metabase has a user-friendly interface and requires minimal technical expertise, making it accessible to both technical and non-technical users.

With Metabase, users can connect to their data sources and visualize data using a variety of chart types, including bar charts, line charts, pie charts, and more. Metabase also provides advanced features such as SQL-based filtering and querying, custom expressions and calculations, and data segmentation.

URL-http://metabase.asgmgh.com

Tx-140

TX-140

TX-140 is a custom based map software which is used to track various earth moving and mining vehicles ranging from excavators to backhoe loaders. This software uses google maps as its main geographical platform due to its simplicity and free to use nature. It also incorporates several useful features such as the ability to monitor vehicle speed, set up geofences to trigger alerts when a vehicle enters or exits a certain area, and view historical data about vehicle movements.

Before these vehicles can be tracked with the software, the vehicles are equipped with trackers that transmit their location data to the software. Once the trackers are installed, the map software can be used to track the vehicles from the control room.

URL-http://map.asgmgh.com

How TX-140 is used in the control room:

·       Setting up geofences for earth moving vehicles to prevent these vehicles from moving beyond their concession boundaries.

·       With the TX-140 software the vehicle info can give us the working period of operators and also monitor the movement of and location of the vehicles.

Windy

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Windy uses a variety of data sources to provide accurate weather forecasts and visualizations. It combines data from a wide range of sources, including weather models, satellite imagery, radar data, and weather stations. The platform uses a variety of data visualization techniques, including maps, charts, and animations, to provide users with an easy-to-understand view of current and future weather conditions.

One of the unique features of Windy is its ability to visualize wind patterns and currents on a global scale. Users can see a live map of wind patterns around the world, which is useful for sailors, surfers, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

some of the uses of windy includes:

Windy is used in the control room to check the weather conditions of each concession before setting out the drones, this will help when the UAV is in full operations. And also to check the network connectivity of the concession.


Miro

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Miro is a digital whiteboarding and collaboration platform that allows individuals and teams to brainstorm, collaborate, and organize ideas visually. Miro provides a virtual canvas that allows users to create diagrams, flowcharts, mind maps, wireframes, and other visual representations of their ideas.

URL-www.miro.com

Some common uses of Miro include:

Miro is a versatile platform that can be used by individuals and teams in a variety of industries and disciplines. It provides a range of tools and features that help users visualize and organize their ideas and collaborate more effectively.


Traccar

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Traccar is an open-source GPS tracking platform that allows users to track the location of their vehicles, assets, or mobile devices. It supports a wide range of GPS tracking devices and protocols, and provides real-time location tracking, geofencing, and reporting features.

Traccar can be used for a variety of purposes, including fleet management, vehicle tracking, personal tracking, and asset tracking.

URL-http://traccar.asgmgh.com

Some of the main uses of Traccar are:

Traccar is a powerful and versatile GPS monitoring platform that can be used for a variety of purposes. It is used in the control room to monitor our general activities and on field trips to monitor our movements and install trackers in the concessions we have visited.

QR Code Generator

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A QR (Quick Response) code generator is a tool that allows users to create QR codes, which are two-dimensional barcodes that can be scanned using a smartphone or other mobile device. QR codes can contain various types of information, such as website URLs, contact information, text, and more.

There are many QR code generators available online that can be used for free. These generators typically allow users to input the type of information they want to encode, and then generate a unique QR code that can be saved and shared in various formats, such as a PNG or JPEG image.

QR code generator is used in the control room to generate our own qr codes for clients and users to easily gain access to information by simply scanning. We used the qr code generator to build our own code that contains the Ghana Mine Repository Tracking and Control Rooms website URL.

URL- qrcode.asgmgh.com 

 

Github Desktop

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GitHub is a web-based platform used for version control and collaborative software development. It allows users to store and manage their code repositories, collaborate with other developers, and contribute to open-source projects.

URL- www.github.com

Here are some common uses of GitHub:

 

 

Proxmox

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Proxmox is an open-source virtualization management solution that provides a web-based user interface for managing virtual machines, containers, and other resources. It is built on top of the Linux operating system and uses a combination of KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) and LXC (Linux Containers) technologies.

URL- my.proxmox.com/en/login

Here are some common uses of Proxmox:

Overall, Proxmox is a powerful virtualization management solution that provides a wide range of features for managing virtual machines and containers in a simple and efficient manner.

Adobe Audition

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Adobe Audition is a digital audio workstation (DAW) software application that is primarily used for editing, mixing, and mastering audio files. It is a part of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite of applications and is widely used in the music, film, and television industries.

Some of the main uses of Adobe Audition include:

Adobe Audition is a versatile tool for anyone who works with audio files and needs to edit, mix, or master them to a professional standard. We used it in the control room to record the voice over for IVR for LiveAgent.

Leaflet

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Leaflet is an open-source JavaScript library that is used to create interactive maps for the web. It provides a simple and lightweight framework for creating mobile-friendly maps and allows developers to easily add various features, such as markers, popups, layers, and zoom controls, to their maps.

Leaflet is designed to be easy to use and flexible, and it can be customized using a wide range of plugins and extensions. It also supports various map providers, such as OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, and Google Maps, and can be used with different data formats, such as GeoJSON and KML.

Leaflet is widely used by developers and designers to create interactive maps for a variety of applications, including:

Leaflet is a powerful and flexible tool for creating interactive maps for the web, and it is widely used by developers and designers in various industries. 

 

EX 360

EX 360 is a software used to track and monitor the movement of explosive trucks. the whole system is built to facilitate the process of some infrastructure which includes;

  1. Five cameras 

    2. Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM)- sim card

    3. Satellite antennae for the tracking.

All these three hardware are integrated and registered into the EX 360 software to facilitate the monitoring and tracking process.

LI 2404/ Insight

This is an application built or developed in budibase for analyzing data (data previewing in a more logical manner).

Technicalities

Budibase software allows developers for data collection and also to import an existing database into the software.

With L1 2404 application (imported database is used) screens contains understandable data from the imported database. This screens display the collected data that has been saved on the database in a readable or user friendly manner.

L1 2404 Insight

Is an application that is developed in budibase. This application is a subdivision of the LI 2404 application. The LI 2404 insight dashboards containing data visualization of call logs, operators, technicians dealers, excavators, etc are embedded and displayed in the LI 2404 insight app in budibase. The app is updated every 30 minute. This insight app is kept updated because changes made reflects on budibase insight app.