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DIY Open-source Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) Systems

Get a practical overview of open-source Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) systems. This class is designed for healthcare professionals, people living with diabetes, and caregivers interested in DIY systems like Loop, Trio, iAPS, and AndroidAPS.  Learn how these systems work, the pros and cons of an open-source system, and the features each system offers.  Open-source AID systems offer customized diabetes management, and each system can assist in achieving tighter diabetes management.  Gain an understanding of where to access information for each system, how to start building your AID system, and how to connect with the open-source community.   

Specific topics include:

  • Explanation of 4 open source systems: Loop, Trio, iAPS, and AAPS
  • Description of each system’s unique features and available customizations
  • Benefits and Challenges of each system and open-source systems
  • A guide on how to get started
  • List of helpful resources
  • Hints to help communicate with HCPs about open source systems

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Placement Exam: DIY Open-source Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) Systems

1. Which of the following best describes an open-source insulin delivery system?

A. A commercially approved insulin pump that adjusts insulin automatically without user input
B. A user-built system combining existing devices and open-source algorithms to automate insulin delivery
C. A smartphone app that tracks glucose levels but does not control insulin delivery
D. A hybrid closed-loop system that uses only non-approved equipment 

2. Which software platform can be used to view data from any current open-source AID system?

A) Nightscout
B) Clarity
C) Glooko
D) Sugarmate

3. Which of these is TRUE about open source AID systems?

A) A prescription is needed for the algorithm
B) There is no phone number to call for immediate assistance
C) They require the use of an Apple computer and an iPhone
D) They are less safe than government-approved, commercially available systems

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4. Which feature is common to all open-source AID systems? 

A) Automated correction boluses for fixing high blood sugars
B) Automated boluses that anticipate meals and snacks
C) Personalized blood sugar targets
D) The ability to use any type of CGM

5. Which system is compatible with the greatest variety of CGMs and pumps? 

A) Loop
B) Trio
C) iAPS
D) AndroidAPS

Answers: B, A, B, C, D