The problem LibertyLoom solves

RFID-Based Access Control and Information Management System for Prisoners

1. RFID Hardware Integration
   RFID Readers: Install RFID readers at various checkpoints within the correctional facility (e.g., cell doors, cafeteria, medical facilities).
   RFID Tags: Issue RFID tags to each prisoner for identification and access purposes.
2. Backend Infrastructure (Python)
   Database Management: Use Python with a framework like Flask or Django to manage prisoner data, RFID tag associations, and access logs.
   API Development: Create APIs for communication between the front-end interface and the database/backend logic.
3. Front-End Interface (HTML/CSS/JavaScript)
   Login and Dashboard: Design a secure login system using HTML forms styled with CSS. Upon login, prisoners and authorized personnel are directed to their respective dashboards.

Prisoner Dashboard:

Display personalized information such as daily schedule, assigned tasks, and educational opportunities.
Provide options for accessing educational resources, legal materials, and virtual visitation scheduling.
Staff Dashboard:

Manage prisoner profiles, access permissions, and incident reports.
Monitor real-time data such as RFID logins, behavioral patterns, and facility alerts.

4. Features Implementation
   RFID Authentication:

Integrate JavaScript to handle RFID tag detection events.
Upon successful RFID tag detection, send a request to the Python backend to authenticate and log the access event.
Virtual Visitation Scheduler:

Implement a calendar interface using JavaScript libraries like FullCalendar.js to allow prisoners and their families to schedule virtual visitations.
Educational Resources:

Display curated educational content (e.g., e-books, video lectures) using HTML templates and CSS for styling.
Behavioral Analytics:

Use Python with data analytics libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy) to analyze and visualize behavioral patterns based on logged data.
5. Security and Compliance
Data Encryption: Ensure all communication between

Challenges we ran into

Integration of RFID Hardware
Challenge: Ensuring seamless integration of RFID readers at various checkpoints within the correctional facility can be complex, requiring proper placement and calibration to ensure reliable tag detection.

Solution: Conduct thorough site surveys and testing to determine optimal locations for RFID readers. Work closely with RFID hardware vendors to ensure compatibility and reliability. Implement failover mechanisms and redundancy where critical (e.g., backup power supply).

2. Backend Infrastructure and Database Management
   Challenge: Managing a secure and scalable database to store prisoner data, RFID tag associations, and access logs while ensuring data integrity and accessibility.

Solution: Use robust database management systems supported by Python frameworks like Django or Flask. Implement data encryption at rest and in transit (using HTTPS). Regularly audit database access and permissions to mitigate security risks.

3. Front-End Interface Design
   Challenge: Designing a user-friendly and secure front-end interface that accommodates both prisoners and staff, with personalized dashboards and responsive design.

Solution: Conduct usability testing with end-users (prisoners and staff) to gather feedback on interface design. Implement authentication mechanisms (e.g., JWT tokens) for secure session management. Use HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular for responsive and interactive UI.

4. RFID Authentication and Event Handling
   Challenge: Handling RFID tag detection events reliably and securely, ensuring immediate authentication and logging without delays or errors.

Solution: Integrate JavaScript with RFID reader APIs for real-time event handling. Implement error handling and logging mechanisms to capture and resolve authentication failures promptly. Ensure encrypted communication between RFID readers and backend servers.