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Getting Started

Getting Started⚓︎

This guide walks you through your first steps after installing AVIV ScoutRoute, including logging in, selecting a workspace, understanding basic concepts, and completing your first quest.

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

Prerequisites⚓︎

Before getting started, make sure you have:

  • Installed AVIV ScoutRoute on your device (see Installation)
  • Registered for a TDEI account at portal.tdei.us
  • Been added to a project group by your project's point of contact

Joined via Referral Code?

If you registered using a referral code (e.g., portal.tdei.us/register?code=AA-BBB-CCCC-DD) or a QR code, you've already been automatically added to the appropriate project group. The relevant workspace should open automatically or appear in the workspace list after logging in.

Logging In⚓︎

  1. Open the AVIV ScoutRoute app on your mobile device

  2. Enter your TDEI account credentials (email and password)

  3. Select Login

Tip

If available on your device, you can choose to use biometric authentication for faster login after your first sign-in.

Selecting a Workspace⚓︎

After logging in, you'll see a list of available workspaces. A workspace is a geographic area with data that your project team is collecting information about.

  1. Review the list of available workspaces

  2. Select the workspace you want to work in

  3. The map will load, centered on your location

Note

If you don't see any workspaces, contact your project's point of contact to ensure you've been added to the correct project group.

Understanding the Interface⚓︎

Once you've selected a workspace, you'll see the main map interface:

Element Description
Map View The central area showing the workspace and background
Quest Icons Icons on the map representing available quests (data collection tasks)
Screen Reader Mode List-based quest view instead of map
Interface Additional buttons and menus

For detailed information on each interface feature, refer to the Map Interface page.

What is a Quest?⚓︎

A quest is a small data collection task prompting you to provide information about a specific feature. Quests appear as dots (at low zoom) or pins (when zoomed in) on the map.

Common examples of types of features you'll be asked about include:

Quest Type Icon Description
Sidewalk Path icon with grey/blue areas Questions about sidewalk segments
Crossing White pedestrian in crosswalk on blue background Questions about pedestrian crossings
Curb White wheelchair at curb on blue background Questions about curbs and ramps

Complete Your First Quest!⚓︎

Now that you have a basic understanding of the interface, let's complete your first quest!

1. Navigate and Zoom In⚓︎

Navigate to your location on the map and zoom in to see all available quest icons - note that the icons may cluster and stack together when zoomed out.

2. Select a Quest⚓︎

Tap a quest icon near your physical location to open it.

3. Observe the Feature⚓︎

Go to the feature highlighted on the map and observe it in person.

4. Answer the Quest⚓︎

Answer the quest by selecting the appropriate option(s). See Completing Quests for details on answering different question types.

5. Submit⚓︎

Tap "Submit" - the quest disappears and your contribution is saved!

Tip

  • If unsure about an answer, select "Unknown" or skip answering that question rather than guessing
  • Made a mistake? See Undo Changes to revert a submitted answer

Next Steps⚓︎

Now that you've completed your first quest: