Building an Easy-to-Use Analytics App | Summer of Code Vlog

💡Choosing a column-based database for analytics workloads can improve query performance by reading only the necessary data.

🎨Using VS Code themes for chart colors creates a cohesive look and feel in the analytics dashboard.

🔧Implementing a compatibility layer between my app and VS Code allows for easy integration of code and color definitions.

🔍The goal is to build an analytics app that is easy to use, like Trello, but with advanced features for tracking any type of event and chart.

🌐The app aims to be universal and focused on privacy, providing users with valuable insights and a user-friendly experience.

Why did you choose a column-based database for analytics workloads?

—Column-based databases are more efficient for analytical queries as they only read the necessary columns, improving performance.

How did you integrate VS Code themes into your app for chart colors?

—I wrote a compatibility layer between my app and VS Code to easily import code and color definitions, creating a cohesive look and feel.

What sets your analytics app apart from others like Google Analytics?

—My app aims to be easy to use and universal, providing advanced features and insights for tracking any type of event and chart.

What is the main goal of your analytics app?

—The goal is to build an analytics app that is easy to use, like Trello, but with advanced features and a focus on privacy.

Who is the target audience for your analytics app?

—The app is designed for anyone in need of analytics insights, from individuals to businesses, with a user-friendly experience and privacy focus.

01:22I explain my vision for building an easy-to-use analytics app that is universal and focused on privacy.

03:26I discuss the benefits of using a column-based database for analytics workloads and showcase my progress with coding the app.

03:59I introduce a music production device called Orba 2, which I received in the mail.

05:02I talk about the overall project architecture and the changes I made, such as using token colors from VS Code themes for charts.

06:59I explain the differences between my analytics app and others like Google Analytics, emphasizing the ease of use and advanced features.