Editing Luxear data architect

== Lux-Ear Internal Wiki ==
=== Page: Data Architecture ===

'''Overview'''
This page describes the proposed data architecture for Lux-Ear, leveraging Firebase to provide scalable, real-time infrastructure for kiosk scanners, customer-facing apps, internal tools, and cloud-based services.

=== Architecture Diagram ===

[[File:LuxEar_Data_Architecture_Diagram.png |800px|center|thumb|Proposed Firebase-based architecture for Lux-Ear]]

=== Key Components ===

* '''Firebase Authentication'''

  * Authenticates users and devices (e.g., kiosk operators, customers, franchisees).
  * Supports multi-platform logins and enforces secure, role-based access.

* '''Firestore (Cloud Firestore)'''

  * NoSQL database used to store metadata for scans, kiosk statuses, user profiles.
  * Real-time updates across web and mobile clients.
  * Offline caching support for kiosk and mobile operations.

* '''Firebase Cloud Storage'''

  * Stores large files including 3D ear scans, images, diagnostic logs.
  * Access control rules tied to user or kiosk identity.

* '''Firebase Cloud Functions'''

  * Hosts backend logic for events like scan upload, payment processing, and scan-to-CAD conversion.

* '''Firebase Hosting'''

  * Serves static pages and web applications (e.g., Find a Scanner, Admin Dashboard).

* '''Analytics and Crashlytics'''

  * Provides usage statistics, session tracking, and error diagnostics.

=== Optional Extensions ===

* Google Cloud Vertex AI: AI-based modeling of ear shapes.
* BigQuery: Advanced analytics on scan volumes, locations, and trends.
* Stripe: Payment integration via Firebase Cloud Functions.
* AppCheck: Ensures requests come from verified app clients.

\=== How to Add This Page to the Internal Wiki ===

1. Log into the Lux-Ear Internal Knowledge Base.

2. In the search bar or URL, go to:

   `https://ikb.lux-ear.com/index.php?title=Luxear_data_architecture`

3. If the page does not yet exist, click "Create this page".

4. Copy and paste the entire content of this document.

5. Save the page.

6. To link this page from another, insert:

   `[[Luxear_data_architecture|Data Architecture]]`

   For example, from your main index or technical documentation section.

7. To upload the diagram:

   * Go to "Upload file" in the left sidebar.
   * Upload `LuxEar_Data_Architecture_Diagram.png`.
   * Make sure the filename matches the one referenced in the `[[File:...]]` tag above.

=== Author ===
Scott McGregor
Lux-Ear Founder and Product Strategy Lead