WS4: Customizing and Deploying Open-Source Web Apps with Ease
Building custom web applications for psychological and behavioural research can seem daunting, but accessible Large Language Models (LLMs) and affordable front- and back-end solutions are making it easier than ever. This workshop provides a hands-on exploration of these advancements through two case studies: Port, a data donation platform for collecting app usage data, and O-ELiDDI, a web-based diary for time-use data. Participants will learn how to fork, modify, and deploy these open-source web applications with minimal coding, leveraging GitHub for version control, LLMs for feature development, and low-cost data storage services.
Whether you are interested in building open-source instruments, gathering user-data for psychological research, or conducting time-use studies, this workshop offers practical strategies for creating or tweaking your own customized solutions suited to your specific research needs.
