COVID Forecast

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  Example ZIP code from Chatham, NJ, thus using data from Morris County.

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  Another example from the same ZIP code in which the user predicts to see fewer people.

Inspiration

We were actually inspired by the availability of websites like Snow Day Calculator, which allow for a simple search by zip code to find chances of a snow day. We hoped to create something with the same accessibility and novelty as the website, but for a more helpful cause.

What it does

The app gives the user data on chances they may get COVID-19 from going to an event in their area depending on the number of people going. As well as the occupation of ICU. These values generated are made on the day.

How we built it

We built it all using Java, creating the GUI through Java Swing, and accessing the CovidActNow.org API where they generate data based on counties by the day on COVID.

Challenges we ran into

We had issues at first reading the JSON files the API provided, and then ran into issues allowing the program to work as a lone Jar file.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We were very proud of ourselves for our idea, which was both simple, but very useful for putting chances of getting a very serious disease in front of the user so they can understand the risks they take.

What we learned

We learned how to use Java vastly, by accessing APIs created by people to our advantage, as well as creating JSON files read straight from webpages.

What's next for COVID Forecast

Next we think we will actually make this into an app or perhaps a website, which will allow people to access it and hopefully create a lot of recognition for our app.

Built With

• java