Advanced Mobile Data Collection using ODK-X (ODK2)

Introduction
The ODK-X Tool Suite is a new set of ODK tools that will co-exist with the existing ODK Tool Suite. It targets advanced users who find themselves limited by the ODK data collection workflows. This training aims to build the skills of the participants to adequately harness the advanced capabilities of ODK-X in Mobile Data Collection.

Who should attend
Suitable for anyone who is interested in learning how to collect and manage data using mobile devices on the ODK-X platform.

Course duration 
10 Days

Course Objective

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

• Setup and manage ODK Aggregate
• Setup and work with ODK-X tools
• Use ODK Application Designer
• Use ODK-X Mobile tools
• Use ODK-X Server tools
• Build a customized ODK application

Course Content

Introduction to ODK-X

• Structure of ODK-X
• Components of ODK-X
• Difference between ODK and ODK-X

Introduction to ODK-X Tools

• ODK-X Tool Suite  
• ODK Data Management Applications
• Joining a device to an Existing Aggregate Server

Migrating / Setting-up an ODK-X application

• Setting up the ODK Aggregate server
• Resetting the Application on the Server

Configuring your Device with an Application

• Setting up ODK Application Designer
• Deploying to the Device
• Resetting the Server

Modifying an ODK-X application

• Modifying the data entry form
• Updating the Initialization Files
• Updating the Preloaded Data
• Updating the HTML files

ODK-X Mobile Tools

• ODK Survey
• ODK Tables
• ODK Services

ODK-X Server Tools

• ODK Application Designer
• ODK Cloud Endpoints 
• ODK Suitcase

Application Building

• ODK Survey: Designing a Form
• ODK Tables: Designing a Custom View
• Pushing and Pulling Files
• Deploying an application
• ODK XLSX Converter
• ODK Tables Web Pages
• JavaScript Interfaces

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue 

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808 

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better

Online/ On-site Training Dates