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Pigeon is a node.js-based web app for relaying information. The targeted use is as an "information dashboard," providing quick access to information such as weather, stock values, and personal calendars. Similar concepts are implemented on mobile operating systems, such as the Google now quick information page. This project aims at a differnt use case, for largely non-interactive devices.

Pigeon is built on top of many well-known open-source projects. The app is written for node.js, using the Express HTTP framework. Pigeon uses MongoDB for storing and cacheing data. Pigeon also makes use of a number of open-source libraries for node.js.

The intended use for Pigeon is to be used as a server for a wall-mounted information display. Development goals include a responsive interface displaying user-selected information widgets. Additionally, have a web interface to be able to configure and control the application without needing to manually edit config files.