Buddy Tracking System

Our idea is a multi-function GPS enabled buddy locator. The concept is based on merging GPS location features with functionality like that of AOL Instant messenger (chat to come later). The messages will be transferred using SOAP and they will send XML strings back and forth. Each user will have a contact list that maintains a set of GPS coordinates that each contact is linked to. For example, the contact list on my Pocket PC might store GPS points in my own profile for my home, Jordan Hall, the library, and Wendys. This list of hangouts would be a part of my profile that can be seen by users with me on their contact list. Contact lists and all user profile info and GPS coordinate sets will be stored in XML.

Broadcast mode will send out your coordinates to those on your contact list at intervals. The users who receive your broadcast can always check your most recent broadcast location.

Proximity Alert is a behavior for anyone that is receiving broadcasts from someone on their contact list that will alert them if the broadcasting user is within a pre-determined proximity of the listener's location.