🚗 Poway Auto Backend

The Poway Auto Backend is the server-side system behind Poway Auto — a full-stack platform built to improve routing and traffic efficiency in the City of Poway.

This backend handles routing logic, traffic data processing, and communication with the frontend and external APIs.

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💡 How It Works

1. Receives Requests from Frontend
   The frontend sends route requests, hazard reports, or user actions to the backend using HTTP endpoints.

2. Processes Real-Time Traffic Data
   The backend connects with Google Maps and Poway’s open datasets to calculate accurate and optimized routes.

3. Returns Optimized Routes or Data
   Based on traffic conditions, user routines, or hazard locations, it returns optimized routing instructions or relevant data.

4. Stores Data
   All hazard reports, user routines, and simulation settings are stored in a database using SQLAlchemy.

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⚙️ Tech Used

• Flask – to create REST APIs
• SQLAlchemy – to manage the database
• Google Maps API – for traffic and routing data
• Docker – for easy deployment
• JSON/CSV – to handle static and live datasets

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📁 Key Features

• Route optimization using live traffic
• Daily routine planning and storage
• Hazard alert reporting and visualization
• Support for fleet simulation
• Easy API integration with frontend

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🧪 How to Run

# Install dependencies
pip install -r requirements.txt

# Run the server
python run.py