Signal-Scout

Signal-Scout is a web application designed to help users find the nearest base stations for various service providers, ensuring optimal signal strength for mobile devices. This application is particularly useful for travelers or anyone needing to stay connected in different locations.

Features

• Interactive map displaying base stations near the user's location
• Information on service providers, frequency bands and base station locations
• Tips for adjusting equipment to achieve the best signal strength

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have met the following requirements:

• Python 3.8 or higher
• pip and virtualenv
• Docker (optional, for containerization)

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/hch155/signal-scout.git
   cd signal-scout
   

2. Create and activate a virtual environment:

   For macOS/Linux:

   python3 -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate

   For Windows:

   python3 -m venv venv
   venv\Scripts\activate

3. Install the required dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

Running the Application

To run Signal-Scout, execute:

cd src
python app.py    

Access the web application by navigating to http://localhost:8080 in your web browser.

Docker Deployment

If you prefer to use Docker, you can build and run the application as a Docker container:

docker build -t signal-scout .
docker run -e ENV=PRODUCTION -p 8080:8080 signal-scout

If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact me at hcylwik@gmail.com