Real-Time Location Tracking and Monitoring with Audio Communication

Overview

The Real-Time Location Tracker is an advanced web application designed to monitor and track the real-time locations of connected devices. Powered by Leaflet for interactive map visualization, WebSockets for instant, real-time communication, and WebRTC for audio communication, this application is ideal for diverse use cases such as fleet management, delivery tracking, team coordination, and personal location sharing.

With its ability to switch seamlessly between online and offline map modes, the application ensures uninterrupted functionality even in areas with limited or no internet connectivity. Its fully responsive design guarantees an intuitive and consistent user experience across a wide range of devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

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Features

• Real-Time Tracking: Seamlessly track device locations as they move, with continuous real-time updates displayed on the map.
• Smart Device Identification: Automatically recognize and categorize devices based on their user agent strings, distinguishing Android, iOS, Windows, Mac, and more.
• Device Connection Panel: View a dynamic list of all connected devices with active number of device, and click on any device to instantly see its real-time location on the map.
• Customizable Icons: Display unique, visually distinct icons for different device types, enhancing identification and user experience.
• Offline Map Support: Ensure uninterrupted functionality by intelligently switching between online and offline map modes based on internet connectivity.
• Fully Responsive Design: Enjoy a seamless and intuitive experience across all devices, with layouts optimized for desktops, tablets, and mobile screens.
• Interactive Popups: Tap on device markers to reveal detailed information, including the assigned device name, user identification, and the precise timestamp of the last update.
• Personalized User Authentication: Allow users to assign custom names for easy identification, or fall back on the device’s default name for convenience.
• Audio Communication: Utilize WebRTC technology to enable real-time audio communication between connected devices, enhancing coordination and interaction.

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Folder Structure

realtime-location-tracker/
├── public/
│   ├── assets/
│   ├── css/
│   ├── js/
│── views/
│   └── index.ejs
├── app.js
├── package.json
└── README.md

Folder Details:

• public/assets/: Stores static files such as images, fonts, or other assets.
• public/css/: Contains all CSS files for styling the application.
• public/js/: Holds JavaScript files for frontend interactivity and logic.
• views/index.ejs: The main view template rendered by the server.
• app.js: The main Node.js application file that initializes the server and routes.
• package.json: Includes project metadata, scripts, and dependencies.
• package-lock.json: Auto-generated file for locking dependency versions.
• README.md: Project documentation.

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Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/mahmud-r-farhan/realtime-location-tracker.git

   cd realtime-location-tracker
   

2. Install Dependencies:

   npm install

• • optional for offline support

  1. Download Leaflet Library:

     • Download the Leaflet library and place the CSS and JS files in the public/leaflet/ directory.

  2. Download Map Tiles:

     • Use tools like TileMill or MapTiler to generate offline map tiles.
     • Place the generated tiles in the public/tiles/offline-map-tiles/ directory.

  3. Configure WebRTC:

     • Set up WebRTC for audio communication by following the official WebRTC documentation.

3. Run the Application:

   • Start the application normally:

   npm start

   • Start the application in development mode (with nodemon for auto-reload):

   npm run dev

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Usage

1. Open the Application:

   • Navigate to http://localhost:3000 in your web browser.

2. Allow Location Access:

   • Grant the application access to your location to enable tracking.

3. View Real-Time Locations:

   • The map will display the real-time locations of all connected devices with custom icons.

4. Interact with Markers:

   • Click on a marker to view additional information about the device.

5. Initiate Audio Communication:

   • Use the audio communication feature to talk to other connected devices in real-time.

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Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! To contribute:

1. Fork the repository.

2. Create a new branch:

   git checkout -b feature-branch

3. Make your changes and commit them:

   git commit -m "Add new feature"

4. Push to the branch:

   git push origin feature-branch

5. Open a pull request.

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License

This project is licensed under the Personal Use License. See the LICENSE file for details.

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Contact

For any questions or suggestions, feel free to reach out:

• Email: GMAIL
• GitHub: Github