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AVIV ScoutRoute User Manual

This user manual explains how to install and use the AVIV ScoutRoute mobile app.

For a list of all guides on the TCAT Wiki, refer to the Guides List.


Introduction

This document enables users to try out AVIV ScoutRoute (in conjunction with a workspace) where one can answer quests. After reading this document, users should be able to install AVIV ScoutRoute, as well as view and complete quests in the app.

AVIV ScoutRoute is a volunteerism game for crowdsourcing pedestrian and accessibility information, and is an adaptation of the StreetComplete project. Users see an overhead map view, with easy-to-select icons representing ‘quests’. Quests are simple surveys for missing labels in an OpenStreetMap-style workspace; for example, a given quest may ask the user to say whether the sidewalk they are using is made of concrete, asphalt, or another material.

Note that AVIV ScoutRoute was rebranded from the original "GoInfoGame" / "GiG" branding, and some materials have not yet been updated to reflect this.

Installation

Depending on the type of mobile device you use, follow the instructions below to install AVIV ScoutRoute.

Apple iPhone Users

Step 1: Make sure you have an Apple Account (formerly called an "Apple ID"). This is the email address associated with your iPhone and all Apple services.

Step 2: Use this Apple Account to register yourself in the TDEI system.

  1. Visit https://portal.tdei.us/

  2. Select "Register Now"

  3. Complete the form and select "Create Account"

    Password requirements: Minimum of 8 characters in length; requires at least one lower case letter, one upper case letter, one special character, and a number.

TDEI Portal login page, "Register Now" highlighted TDEI Portal register page

Step 3: Install AVIV ScoutRoute!

  1. Using Safari, visit: https://testflight.apple.com/join/hpzSaUdQ

Alternatively, scan the QR code below:

QR Code TestFlight AVIV ScoutRoute Invite

Safari Get TestFlight Safari Open in TestFlight

  1. Select the "View in App Store" button under the "Step 1" section

  2. Install TestFlight via the App Store

Note: TestFlight, once installed, shows a "Ready to Test" screen and has a "Redeem" button which, when pressed, opens a "Redeem Code" popup which asks for a TestFlight Invitation Code. Disregard this and return to Safari to continue.

  1. Return to Safari and select "View in TestFlight" under the "Step 2" section

TestFlight Install TestFlight Open

  1. Select "Install"
  2. Select "Open"

TestFlight From the Developer Continue TestFlight Share Feedback Continue

  1. Select "Continue"
  2. Select "Continue"

Step 4: Login to the AVIV ScoutRoute mobile application using your TDEI Account

AVIV ScoutRoute iOS Login

Step 5: Reach out to your project's point of contact and provide them with your name and Apple Account email address. They will add you to the appropriate Project Group and assign your role.

Android Users

Step 1: Make sure you have reliable access to an Email account.

Step 2: Use this Email ID to register yourself in the TDEI system.

  1. Visit https://portal.tdei.us/

  2. Click "Register Now"

  3. Complete the form and press "Create Account"

    Password requirements: Minimum of 8 characters in length; requires at least one lower case letter, one upper case letter, one special character, and a number.

TDEI Portal login page, "Register Now" highlighted TDEI Portal register page

Step 3: Install AVIV ScoutRoute!

  1. Accept the Tester Invitation

    1. You'll receive an email invite or direct link from either your project's point of contact or the developer team

      1. External (non-TCAT) users should use the following invite link: https://appdistribution.firebase.dev/i/63d3d906e42fb64d

        Alternatively, scan the QR code below:

        QR Code Firebase AVIV ScoutRoute Invite

    2. On your mobile device, click on the link and it will open in your default browser

    3. Sign in with your Google Account (must match the invite email)

    4. Select "Accept Invitation" to join the tester group

Firefox Firebase AVIV ScoutRoute Invite Sign Up Firefox Firebase AVIV ScoutRoute Invite Success

  1. Install the Firebase App Tester App

    1. Download the Firebase App Tester application from the email that is sent once the invite is accepted, or navigate to appdistribution.firebase.google.com

    2. Install Firebase App Tester

    3. Open the app

    4. Sign in with the same Google Account used in Part 1 above

    5. A list of available apps will be displayed

  2. Download AVIV ScoutRoute

    1. In the App Tester app, find the AVIV ScoutRoute app under "My Apps"

    2. Select "Download" to install

    3. Follow any on-screen instructions and grant any necessary permissions

AVIV ScoutRoute Android Permissions Location AVIV ScoutRoute Android Permissions Notifications

Step 4: Login to the AVIV ScoutRoute mobile application using your TDEI Account

AVIV ScoutRoute Android Login

Step 5: Reach out to your project's point of contact and provide them with your name and email address. They will add you to the appropriate Project Group and assign your role.

Next Steps

You should now be ready to complete quests in AVIV ScoutRoute! Please reach out to the UW team if you have questions or concerns that have not been answered in this document.

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