Technical Informatics Project: Crazy Cacao

In my Informatics class, we covered skill associated with each component of the information lifecycle, including the collection, storage, analysis, and visualization of data. Core competencies underlying this process include functional programming, use of databases, data wrangling, version control, and command line proficiency, are acquired through real-world data-driven assignments.­­­ After finishing this course, I am able to apply these data-skills to my field of interest, and pursue higher level Informatics courses.

My group was tasked to analyze a dataset that you find important/interesting for our final project. We explored a dataset, and created a resource for communicating our insights.  As a team, we used--Cacao API, and figured out the type of resource we wanted to build. This project required the following fundamental technical skills:

• ‍Create an interactive platform using R
• Implement visual representations (i.e., diagram, chart, map, etc)
• Compile data into a web page (enhanced accessibility)
• High-level insights (major trends, notable outliers, etc.)
• Statistical analysis
• Build interactive visualizations using Shiny
• Tailor resource for a specific target audience

At the end of the quarter at the project fair, our team showcased our project and it was something we were very proud of. We ended up winning an award for "Best UI/UX Design." Our hard work, determination and late nights off sacrificing sleep paid off in the end.

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