Platform Development Center

Welcome to the TAKiR Platform Development Center. Here you can track all the features we're building, improvements we're making, and updates rolling out. Your voice matters - we're building this platform for you, and we want you to see the progress happening behind the scenes.

Why This Page Exists

This page serves to:

👁️ Show Work in Progress

See all the work happening behind the scenes to improve your experience

🎯 Track Progress

Follow along as we complete features and roll out improvements

💬 Your Voice Matters

Know that your feedback and feature requests are being heard and acted upon

🚀 Stay Informed

Be the first to know about new features before they launch

Refactoring Plans

All the features, improvements, and refactoring work we're doing to make TAKiR better for you

Project Category

DNA Management Enhancement

Transform the DNA upload system to support multiple profiles per user, enable comparisons with global reference populations, and provide comprehensive project management capabilities. This major enhancement moves beyond single-profile limitations to create a powerful platform for personal genomics and research.

  • Phase 1: Personal DNA Uploads Complete
    Enable unlimited DNA profile uploads per user with support for multiple testing companies
  • Phase 2: Genomic Tools - 1000 Genomes Starting
    Compare your DNA to individuals in global reference panels with interactive visualizations
  • Phase 3: Enhanced Genomic Pipeline
    Integrate advanced ancestry analysis and automated genetic genealogy tree building
  • Phase 4: General Project Management
    Manage DNA profiles for family members with privacy controls and bulk operations
  • Phase 5: Research Project Management
    Tools for academic PIs including IRB compliance and research-grade exports
genomics

Illinois Pilot Signup

Eliminate confusion in the Family Roots Pilot Program signup process by providing clear visual guidance and eventually automating the multi-step journey from account creation through program enrollment.

  • Phase 1: Visual Step-by-Step Instructions Complete
    22-step visual guide with progress tracking and screenshots
  • Phase 2: Enhanced Navigation & Progress
    Add progress indicators and improve transition points
  • Phase 3: Streamlined Signup with Guided Flow
    Automated step-by-step progression with resume capability
pilot

Realtime Validation

Transform file validation from on-demand Lambda-triggered EC2 startup to an always-on architecture with efficient database polling, providing near real-time validation within 5 seconds of upload.

  • Phase 1: Personal DNA Uploads Active
    Always-on EC2 with 5-second polling for immediate processing
  • Phase 2: 1000 Genomes Comparison
    Enhanced status tracking for genomic analysis steps
  • Phase 3: Enhanced Genomic Pipeline
    Full pipeline integration with quality control reports
  • Phase 4: Kit Management for Families
    Batch processing and role-based access for family data
  • Phase 5: Research Project Management
    Bulk processing with IRB compliance for research projects
analysis

Unified Kit Event System

Create a unified system for kit distribution that eliminates Eventbrite dependency, removes complex waitlist logic, and streamlines both mail-based and in-person event kit distribution methods.

  • Phase 1: Kit Selection Method & Eventbrite Removal
    Track kit selection methods and remove all Eventbrite integrations
  • Phase 2: Model Consolidation & Kit Assignment
    Create parallel systems for mail and event-based kit assignment
  • Phase 3: Waitlist Removal & EventAttendance Deprecation
    Eliminate waitlist algorithms and simplify distribution logic
kits

Verification Status Field

Refactor the deeply integrated verification_status field to registration_status to better reflect its business purpose. This blocking change affects 22+ files across user workflows, admin interfaces, and reporting systems.

  • Phase 1: Preparation and Field Addition
    Add new field without breaking existing functionality
  • Phase 2: Code Migration
    Update all code references to use new field name
  • Phase 3: Data Migration
    Migrate existing data to new field structure
  • Phase 4: Field Removal
    Remove old field and clean up database
  • Phase 5: Testing and Deployment
    Comprehensive testing and production deployment
verification

DNA Test Instructions

Comprehensive multi-modal instructions to guide users through DNA collection, registration, and return shipping. Reduces support inquiries by providing clear visual guidance, educational content, and troubleshooting help at every step of the process.

  • Phase 1: Digital Instructions Creation Complete
    Web-based step-by-step guide with SafeCollect kit specifications
  • Phase 2: Print Materials Design
    Physical instruction card (8.5" x 5.5") for kit inclusion
  • Phase 3: Media Generation & Integration Complete
    Product photos and diverse representation images using AWS Bedrock
  • Phase 4: Support Materials & Optimization
    FAQ section, support metrics tracking, and multilingual framework
documentation

User Instructions

Consolidate and enhance all user-facing instructional content including account creation guides, program enrollment steps, and DNA test kit instructions with actual screenshots and optimized media.

  • Phase 1: Illinois Pilot Instructions Split Complete
    Split instructions into focused pages for account and program steps
  • Phase 2: DNA Test Instructions Complete
    Comprehensive collection guide with barcode help system
  • Phase 3: DNA Kit Media Generation Complete
    Integrated 73 screenshots and optimized product photos
documentation

Last Updated: August 31, 2025 | Have a feature request? Contact us - we're listening!