BM5 via Woodhaven Posted October 1, 2013 Share #451 Posted October 1, 2013 I like it. I don't see a problem with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Via Garibaldi 8 Posted October 1, 2013 Share #452 Posted October 1, 2013 The icons should be shaped into something else, like maybe a bus or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycmaps Posted October 1, 2013 Share #453 Posted October 1, 2013 I like it. I don't see a problem with it. Thanks! But if you do have a suggestion, I want to hear it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycmaps Posted October 2, 2013 Share #454 Posted October 2, 2013 The icons should be shaped into something else, like maybe a bus or something. While I could probably fit two wheels on the side of a BxM18→, I couldn't on an X1↑. Also, I feel like the point on the bottom showing the precise location of the bus is important. Any other ideas for shapes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N6 Limited Posted October 2, 2013 Share #455 Posted October 2, 2013 I like it! I'm visual when it comes to transportation. When you click on the route will you be able to see a line showing the actual route? (on a side note) It's annoying when transit systems use only schematic bus route maps *ahem* NJ Transit *ahem*. I want to see a map and exactly where these buses go, Makes it easier to decide which route to take if a location may be between both, or where you can transfer to other routes, etc. It's also annoying when you go to their site and they say "which bus route would you like to see the schedule for?" I DON'T KNOW, let me see a map of the system! These are issues I've come across when traveling to NJ, or somewhere else and deciding if I should rent a car, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amtrak7 Posted October 2, 2013 Share #456 Posted October 2, 2013 Conversion of stops to time won't be easy, you'd have to look at the physical characteristics of that area, Google live traffic, and whether or not traffic light(s) are in between to account for an average. A better way might just be to collect data for a few weeks for all routes, and compute average speeds/variance between each pair of stops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo19 Posted October 2, 2013 Share #457 Posted October 2, 2013 An excellent site you have nycmaps. If I have any suggestions I'll be sure to bring them to your attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycmaps Posted October 2, 2013 Share #458 Posted October 2, 2013 I like it! I'm visual when it comes to transportation. When you click on the route will you be able to see a line showing the actual route? I'm planning to add route lines soon, as well as stops, if someone's interested enough to want beta access. A better way might just be to collect data for a few weeks for all routes, and compute average speeds/variance between each pair of stops. That's likely what I'll end up doing, with adjustments for whether the bus is moving slower or faster than average. Live arrival times are common in other cities, and they're updated every few seconds with new location information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lupojohn Posted October 2, 2013 Share #459 Posted October 2, 2013 I think it's a great idea. Someone came up with a similar app for the Subways called BlipRail. You should definitely start it on Android. Btw, what's your website name? I'd like to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Via Garibaldi 8 Posted October 2, 2013 Share #460 Posted October 2, 2013 A better way might just be to collect data for a few weeks for all routes, and compute average speeds/variance between each pair of stops. For a few weeks?? Traffic can vary significantly from week to week and day to day so I don't think that would be enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cait Sith Posted October 2, 2013 Share #461 Posted October 2, 2013 BusTime isnt working yet for Manhattan Ain't happening this week. An announcement would've been posted on MTA's website if that were to be the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobtehpanda Posted October 2, 2013 Share #462 Posted October 2, 2013 For a few weeks?? Traffic can vary significantly from week to week and day to day so I don't think that would be enough. Systems like these generally have the ability to add data as they go along. It'll start with just a few weeks worth of data, but then it'll grow more and more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abba Posted October 2, 2013 Share #463 Posted October 2, 2013 I think Bronx came online without an announcement It was announced a few days later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycmaps Posted October 2, 2013 Share #464 Posted October 2, 2013 Btw, what's your website name? I'd like to see it. I can't publish the site name because I don't yet have hosting, and the MTA will shut me down again if multiple people are pulling data directly from their servers. But anyone who donates anything at all can get beta access, and then I'll be able to pay for hosting. Anyone can PM me for access. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amtrak7 Posted October 2, 2013 Share #465 Posted October 2, 2013 I can't publish the site name because I don't yet have hosting, and the MTA will shut me down again if multiple people are pulling data directly from their servers. But anyone who donates anything at all can get beta access, and then I'll be able to pay for hosting. Anyone can PM me for access. Are you using the API or just pulling data off the web interface? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycmaps Posted October 2, 2013 Share #466 Posted October 2, 2013 Well, according to earlier in this thread, the Bronx was being beta tested in October 2012, then later in October, there was unpublished, unofficial access to some Bronx routes, but it was buggy. Then it was announced on November 9. So I flubbed a bit on the timeline, but they started internal testing in October, and then it went public a little over a month later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amtrak7 Posted October 2, 2013 Share #467 Posted October 2, 2013 Well, according to earlier in this thread, the Bronx was being beta tested in October 2012, then later in October, there was unpublished, unofficial access to some Bronx routes, but it was buggy. Then it was announced on November 9. So I flubbed a bit on the timeline, but they started internal testing in October, and then it went public a little over a month later. It's hard to base on that, since Sandy hit squarely in the middle of the silent launch and public announcement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycmaps Posted October 3, 2013 Share #468 Posted October 3, 2013 Are you using the API or just pulling data off the web interface? I'm using the API, but it's apparently very resource-intensive to pull data for every single bus. It seems like the MTA may not be doing things in the most efficient way, though. I don't know that for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycmaps Posted October 3, 2013 Share #469 Posted October 3, 2013 Someone on BusChat says there are signs in stations saying "Yo Manhattan! MTA Bus Time is coming in October," and they specify Times Square as one place they've seen the poster. Can anyone else confirm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vistausss Posted October 3, 2013 Share #470 Posted October 3, 2013 Good job ! You really are innovating here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulrivera Posted October 3, 2013 Share #471 Posted October 3, 2013 Anyone know if they are beta testing the Manhattan BusTime system? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isaelperez81 Posted October 3, 2013 Share #472 Posted October 3, 2013 That is awesome app. I would love to test it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olegkha Posted October 4, 2013 Share #473 Posted October 4, 2013 What kind of bandwith you are talking about for the server? and how much space would you need ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w8Hou Posted October 4, 2013 Share #474 Posted October 4, 2013 NextBus.com has been doing the same way that you been doing nycmaps.... Although, it only shows the 1 borough at a time for all routes. https://www.nextbus.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BreeddekalbL Posted October 4, 2013 Share #475 Posted October 4, 2013 2nd ave sagas per their twitter account says official annoucement is coming this week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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