DataCollect Tutorials

Welcome to the comprehensive DataCollect tutorials! Whether you're building a data collection app for field workers, managing household surveys, or creating a robust entity management system, these step-by-step guides will help you get up and running quickly with secure authentication.

What You'll Learn

• Complete Setup: Build a fully functional EntityDataManager with authentication from scratch
• Authentication: Configure multi-provider authentication (Auth0, Keycloak, custom)
• Form Management: Create, update, and manage entities through forms
• Data Retrieval: Search and filter your data efficiently
• Synchronization: Keep your data in sync across devices and servers with authenticated operations
• Advanced Features: Handle duplicates, complex operations, and error scenarios

Prerequisites

Before starting these tutorials, make sure you have:

• Basic knowledge of TypeScript/JavaScript
• Node.js installed on your system
• A code editor (VS Code recommended)
• Understanding of basic database concepts
• Authentication provider setup (Auth0, Keycloak, or custom)

Available Tutorials

• Basic EntityDataManager Setup
• Authentication Workflows
• Working with Forms and Entities (Authenticated)
• Entity Retrieval and Search
• Authenticated Synchronization
• Advanced Operations
• Error Handling and Best Practices

Next Steps

Ready to take your DataCollect knowledge further? Explore these resources:

• Configuration Guide - Customize DataCollect and authentication for your specific needs
• Backend Package - Add server synchronization and authentication capabilities
• Admin Package - Build a complete management solution with user authentication
• API Reference - Dive deep into the technical details
• Architecture Guide - Understand the system design and authentication patterns

Need Help?

• Check out the examples folder for complete working implementations
• Report issues on our GitHub repository
• Join our community discussions

Happy coding!