USER_GUIDE.md

DisasterConnect User Guide

Welcome to DisasterConnect! This guide will help you understand and use all the features of our disaster response coordination platform.

Table of Contents

• Getting Started
• Dashboard Overview
• Incident Management
• Resource Management
• Communication System
• Reports and Analytics
• Troubleshooting

Getting Started

Installation

Follow the installation steps in the README.md.

First Login

1. Launch the application
2. Create an account or log in
3. Complete your profile setup

Logging In

To access DisasterConnect, use your provided credentials at the login screen. The system supports role-based access control, ensuring users have appropriate permissions for their responsibilities.

Dashboard Overview

The dashboard provides a comprehensive view of current situations, including:

• Active incidents
• Available resources
• Recent updates
• Key metrics and statistics

Navigation

• Use the sidebar menu to access different sections
• Quick action buttons for common tasks
• Real-time notifications area

Incident Management

Creating an Incident

1. Click "New Incident"
2. Fill in:
   • Incident title
   • Location
   • Severity level
   • Description
   • Required resources

Updating Incidents

• Edit incident details
• Update status
• Add notes
• Assign resources

Incident Status Tracking

• Monitor progress
• View timeline
• Check resource allocation

Managing Incidents

The incident management interface allows you to:

• Create new incident reports
• Update incident status
• Assign priority levels
• Track response progress
• Add comments and updates

Resource Management

Adding Resources

1. Go to Resources tab
2. Click "Add New"
3. Enter:
   • Resource type
   • Quantity
   • Location
   • Status
   • Specifications

Resource Allocation

• Assign to incidents
• Track usage
• Monitor availability
• Schedule maintenance

Resource Management

Efficiently manage and track resources:

• View available resources
• Allocate resources to incidents
• Track resource deployment
• Monitor resource status
• Generate resource reports

Map Visualization

The interactive map provides:

• Real-time incident locations
• Resource distribution visualization
• Geographic analysis tools
• Route planning capabilities
• Area impact assessment

Communication System

Sending Messages

• Direct messaging
• Team broadcasts
• Status updates
• Emergency alerts

Communication Channels

• Team chat
• Incident-specific channels
• Resource coordination
• Emergency broadcast

Communication System

Stay connected with team members:

• Real-time messaging
• Team coordination
• File sharing
• Status updates
• Alert notifications

Reports and Analytics

Generating Reports

1. Select report type
2. Choose date range
3. Select metrics
4. Generate and export

Available Reports

• Incident summary
• Resource utilization
• Response time analytics
• Team performance

Analytics and Reporting

Generate insights with our analytics tools:

• Custom report generation
• Data visualization
• Trend analysis
• Performance metrics
• Response time analytics

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

• Login problems
• Data sync issues
• Map display problems
• Resource tracking errors

Support

If you encounter any issues:

1. Check our FAQ
2. Contact support: saqlainrazee@gmail.com
3. Submit an issue on GitHub

Tips and Best Practices

1. Regular Updates

   • Keep the application updated
   • Check for new features
   • Review documentation updates

2. Data Management

   • Regular backups
   • Clean old records
   • Update resource status

3. Team Coordination

   • Clear communication
   • Regular status updates
   • Proper handover procedures

Keyboard Shortcuts

Action	Shortcut
New Incident	Ctrl+N
Save	Ctrl+S
Refresh	F5
Search	Ctrl+F
Help	F1

Additional Resources

• API Documentation
• Video Tutorials
• Community Forums

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For technical support or feature requests, please visit our GitHub repository.