elo-fi

Admin Dashboard for Public WiFis to see devices on network and their rankings
Showing the elo rating going down for users on the network due to strictness

Inspiration

elo-fi was inspired by the growing need for secure, easily manageable public WiFi in smart cities. We wanted to empower non-technical business owners, like cafe and restaurant owners, to maintain safer, high-quality networks without complexity.

What it does

elo-fi assigns elo ratings to public WiFi networks and users, allowing automatic AI powered scoring and even removal of harmful users. It also provides business owners with simple tools to improve and monitor their network ratings.

How we built it

We built elo-fi using a combination of network performance tracking, security analysis, and an elo rating algorithm. Our backend server collects data from WiFi networks, and we integrated a user-friendly dashboard for non-technical users.

Challenges we ran into

One of the main challenges was translating technical data into an intuitive and simple interface for non-technical users. We also encountered difficulties in ensuring the accuracy of WiFi rating assessments across diverse environments.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We’re proud of creating an accessible platform that empowers non-technical users to maintain high-quality, secure WiFi. Building a scalable solution that could enhance smart city infrastructure is another significant achievement. Additionally, none of us had experience with blockchain or working with routers in Openwrt, so it was really fulfilling for us to see it work in the end!

What we learned

We learned how to balance technical complexity with user simplicity, focusing on making advanced technology accessible to everyday users. Additionally, we deepened our understanding of smart city network infrastructure.

What's next for elo-fi

Next, we plan to expand elo-fi by partnering with local governments and smart city initiatives to further enhance public WiFi infrastructure and safety. We’ll also explore adding more advanced security features and real-time feedback for users.