14.06.2024

Daily Internship Report - June 14, 2024

Tasks Completed:

1. Camera Selection Logic Refactor:

   • Refactored the camera selection logic to improve efficiency and usability.
   • Updated the camera dropdown component to provide a better user experience when selecting cameras.

2. Code Integration and Version Control:

   • Merged the latest changes from the main branch of the repository to ensure the local branch is up to date with the latest project updates.

3. Elasticsearch Initialization:

   • Initialized Elasticsearch for the project to enhance search capabilities.
   • Configured Elasticsearch to integrate with the existing data structures and ensure efficient data indexing and retrieval.

4. Ubuntu Server Installation:

   • Installed Ubuntu Server on our machine to create a robust and reliable development environment.

Ubuntu Server Installation Steps:

1. Download Ubuntu Server:

   • Download the latest version (24.04) of Ubuntu Server from the official Ubuntu website.

2. Create a Bootable USB Drive:

   • Use software like Rufus (Windows) or Etcher (Mac/Linux) to create a bootable USB drive with the downloaded Ubuntu Server ISO file.

3. Boot from USB:

   • Insert the bootable USB drive into the machine and restart it. Enter the BIOS/UEFI settings and set the USB drive as the primary boot device.

4. Install Ubuntu Server:

   • Follow the on-screen instructions to install Ubuntu Server:
     • Select the language and keyboard layout.
     • Configure network settings.
     • Set up storage and partitioning.
     • Create a user account and set up a hostname.
     • Choose to install any additional software if needed.

5. Complete Installation:

   • After the installation completes, remove the USB drive and restart the machine.

6. Post-Installation Setup:

   • Update the package list: sudo apt update.
   • Upgrade installed packages: sudo apt upgrade.
   • Install any necessary packages and configure the server as required.

Learnings and Insights:

• Improved understanding of refactoring techniques, particularly in optimizing selection logic for better performance.
• Gained experience in enhancing user interface components to provide a more intuitive and user-friendly experience.
• Developed skills in setting up and configuring Elasticsearch to improve search functionality within the application.
• Acquired knowledge in installing and configuring Ubuntu Server to create a stable development environment.

Next Steps:

• Continue refining the camera selection logic to ensure optimal performance and usability.
• Integrate Elasticsearch further into the project, focusing on enhancing search features and ensuring seamless data indexing.
• Begin testing the new search functionalities to ensure they meet the project requirements and provide accurate results.
• Document the new camera selection logic and Elasticsearch setup to provide clear guidance for future developers and users.

Challenges:

• Ensured that the refactored camera selection logic integrates smoothly with existing components, requiring careful testing and validation.
• Managed the initial setup and configuration of Elasticsearch, ensuring it works correctly with the current data structures.
• Successfully installed and configured Ubuntu Server, ensuring all necessary packages and configurations are in place.