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Case Study: La Vie Cura – Smart Health & Wellness Tracking Platform

Role: Full-Stack Developer

Introduction

La Vie Cura is a mobile-first health tracking platform designed to help users store, analyze, and monitor their health data in one secure place. The app enables uploading of medical documents, monitoring daily vitals, and syncing with wearable devices for real-time health insights. The system was developed with a focus on accuracy, performance, and data security.

Platform Components:

  • Mobile Health App: Cross-platform app built with Apache Cordova and React.js, allowing users to upload prescriptions, lab reports, and medical records while monitoring their daily vitals like heart rate, steps, and calories.
  • Watch API Integration: Seamless integration with wearable devices like Fitbit and Garmin for real-time tracking of SPO2, heartbeat, and step count.
  • OCR Document Scanning: Integrated OCR technology to extract structured information from scanned medical reports and prescriptions.
  • Backend API: A secure Node.js and PostgreSQL backend managing user data, authentication, and communication between app modules and wearable APIs.
  • Reminders & Alerts: Customizable reminders for medication schedules, vital checks, and appointment notifications to improve adherence and consistency.

Technology Stack

Frontend Technologies:

  • Apache Cordova: Used for cross-platform mobile app development on Android and iOS.
  • React.js: Enabled dynamic UI rendering and responsive data components for a seamless user experience.
  • JavaScript + HTML5: Formed the foundation of interactive and lightweight mobile interfaces.

Backend Technologies:

  • Node.js + Express: Served as the backend framework providing secure REST APIs and authentication layers.
  • PostgreSQL: Handled structured health data storage with relationships for users, reports, and device metrics.
  • OCR API Integration: Implemented external OCR services for text extraction and medical report parsing.

DevOps & Infrastructure:

  • Cloud Deployment: Hosted backend services on a scalable cloud environment ensuring availability and speed.
  • Authentication & Security: Encrypted data exchange with JWT and HTTPS protocols for patient data protection.

Detailed Breakdown:

La Vie Cura Android App

A mobile-first health tracking app that allows users to upload, manage, and monitor daily vitals while syncing data from wearables in real time. Features OCR-based document management, health insights visualization, and reminder scheduling.

Technologies Used: Apache Cordova, React.js, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3

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La Vie Cura Mobile App GIF

La Vie Cura Backend API

Node.js and PostgreSQL backend powering La Vie Cura’s mobile and smartwatch integrations. Features include secure health data management, OCR processing, wearable API sync, and real-time vitals storage with user authentication and encryption.

Technologies Used: Node.js, Express.js, PostgreSQL, OCR API, REST API

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La Vie Cura Backend API GIF

My Role

  • Full-Stack Development: Developed both frontend and backend systems including app UI, API endpoints, and database structures.
  • Device Integration: Integrated wearable APIs for Fitbit and Garmin to synchronize real-time health data.
  • OCR & Data Processing: Implemented OCR to extract structured data from uploaded medical documents and reports.
  • Database & API Design: Designed PostgreSQL schema and RESTful API architecture for secure and efficient data flow.

Challenges & Solutions

Challenge 1: Ensuring real-time data synchronization with wearables

Solution: Used WebSocket connections and background syncing for consistent updates even during low connectivity.

Challenge 2: Extracting accurate data from scanned documents

Solution: Integrated third-party OCR APIs and added post-processing logic to improve accuracy of parsed health data.

Challenge 3: Maintaining secure user data management

Solution: Implemented JWT authentication and AES encryption for sensitive health records and personal details.

Lessons Learned

  • Real-Time Sync Requires Careful Architecture: Proper synchronization between devices and servers reduces data conflicts and ensures reliability.
  • OCR Integration Adds Real Value: Enabling users to upload and digitize medical reports made the app more useful and data-driven.
  • Security Is Paramount in Health Apps: Data encryption and secure communication must be implemented from day one in any healthcare application.

Conclusion

La Vie Cura successfully bridges digital health tracking and personal wellness management through a unified mobile and backend system. With wearable integration, OCR document management, and secure real-time data sync, it empowers users to take control of their health anytime, anywhere.