DRT Mobile Routes

Have completed the data mining scripts to adapt to the new website format and have now mapped out the new 900/900A Pulse bus route. There will be another major database update when September rolls around since DRT updates their route data at that time as well. I wanted to get the 900 Pulse in there before then because a lot of people have been asking for it. So cheers folks, enjoy. Stay tuned for further routes now that I’ve finally reprogrammed everything.

Furthermore, I finally overhauled the Map Activity to reflect the new Google Maps V2 API and I’m quite pleased with how it turned out. Hopefully no more APR errors (crossing my fingers) and no more waiting for appears like nothing is happening. Added a nice progress bar indicator. Will be uploading the new packages to Google Play shortly so they will be active in the next 24hrs or whenever Google Play rolls them out.

hey gang

Well anyhow, here’s a long overdue update. I’ve talked about many-a-things and there isn’t much to show for it unless you follow the linkage and download the apps. This is a developers blog. It is also a way for me to connect with the users. That being said there are many questions like “Why haven't I added all of the Ajax and Pickering routes yet?” There are two reasons. First reason, Durham Region Transit said they were working on their own app which is fine because that's what we've all been waiting for, right? An official app would be fantastic! Second reason, I was unable to be issued a live data feed. I'm therefore required to continue to update manually (or less dynamically than it would be with direct access to live data) So rather than give myself more routes to tend to, I have opted to wait until Durham Region Transit comes out with their own mobile app or facilitates live data for developers such myself. I would like to thank the almost 1500 active users of the app and 2000+ people that have given it a try. Your feedback is always welcome and I will continue to maintain the routes I already have mapped out. Perhaps in time we can all collaborate with Durham Region Transit to perfect the mobile app. Thanks again.