Community Bonding Period Summary
Greetings everyone!
I am excited to share that I have been selected as a Google Summer of Code (GSoC) student under OpenELIS for the project titled Integrating OpenELIS with a FHIR-Based Open Client Registry. This blog post marks the beginning of my journey and will serve as a log for all updates and discussions related to the project.
Project Overview
Project Mentor : @reagan
Project Summary:
The goal of this project is to integrate OpenELIS, a laboratory information system, with a FHIR-Based Open Client Registry. This integration will enable users to:
- Search for patients within their local OpenELIS system.
- If a patient isn’t found locally, search the client registry.
- Import patient information from the client registry into OpenELIS.
In simpler terms, this project will allow users to seamlessly find patients within their local system and, if not found, search for them in a central database. Once located, the patient's information can be imported back into the local system, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of patient data management.
Community Bonding Period Highlights
The community bonding period has been an enriching experience filled with learning, networking, and planning. Here are some key highlights:
Understanding the Project Scope and Objectives:
- Detailed discussions with my mentor, @reagan, provided me with a clear understanding of the project's goals and deliverables.
- We also had an on boarding session into the codebases i will be interacting with and how each will contribute to the project completion.
Technical Preparation:
- I familiarized myself with the OpenELIS codebase and the FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) standard.
- Set up my development environment and began exploring the existing APIs and documentation.
- Identified potential challenges and discussed solutions with my mentor and the community.
Learning and Skill Development:
- Participated in various tutorials and webinars related to FHIR and healthcare interoperability.
- Enhanced my understanding of data exchange standards in healthcare and their practical applications.
Planning and Documentation:
- Drafted a detailed project plan outlining the tasks, timelines, and dependencies.
- Created initial documentation to ensure a clear communication path and streamline the development process.
I will be providing regular updates on the project's progress and any challenges encountered. Stay tuned for more updates, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions or suggestions.
Thank you to the OpenELIS community and my mentor, @reagan, for their continuous support and guidance. I am looking forward to making significant contributions to this project.
Cheers,
Herman Muhereza
