The Quick Start section is designed to guide new users in rapidly navigating through the initial steps of using Aurora, including account creation, project setup, and image selection.

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1. Login or Create an Account

Getting started with Aurora is a straightforward process, whether you’re a first-time user or returning for more insights. If you have a Google account, you can easily log in to Aurora at https://aurora.pixxel.space/ using your Google credentials, streamlining your access.

To create a new account with your email, simply enter your email address in the designated field. You’ll receive a One-Time Password (OTP) at the provided email address. Once you enter this OTP into Aurora, your account will be activated, allowing you to dive into Aurora’s comprehensive features.

With your account set up, you’re ready to explore the extensive capabilities of Aurora. Start your journey into advanced geospatial analytics today.

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2. Create a project

After logging in, the next step is to set up your project, which is essential for utilizing Aurora’s tools. Navigate to the Projects tab located in the left sidebar. Here, click on Add Project to initiate the creation of a new project.

To create your project, you’ll need to input a ‘Project Title’ and a ‘Project Name (Slug)’. Note that the Project Name can only include numbers, letters, hyphens (-), and underscores (_).

Once you’ve set your project’s title and name, you’re ready to delve into the full suite of Aurora’s functionalities.

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3. Create an AOI (Area of Interest)

Once your project is set up, your next step is to define an Area of Interest (AOI) on the Explore screen. On the Explore screen, locate four buttons on the right-hand side. Start by clicking the Search Places button to find a location of interest. You can search by name or directly input geographical coordinates and also see three of your most recent searches.

Upon locating your desired area on the map, click the Draw AOI button, then proceed to outline your Area of Interest on the map.

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4. Select Images

After drawing the AOI, a list of images will automatically populate, or you can manually search for images using the Search Images button. Set a date range and choose your preferred constellation.

Refine your search using parameters like Cloud Coverage and Off-Nadir Angle. Select the desired images from this list to finalize your AOI.

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5. Analyzing the AOI

With your AOI established, various tools in Aurora facilitate its analysis. On the right-hand side, you will see different buttons. These include:

  1. AOI Info: Details about your created AOI.
  2. Visualization Styles: Explore different visualization options like NDVI, NDWI VARI, etc., to examine various characteristics of the AOI.
  3. Split Compare: Compare two mosaics from different dates using various layers.
  4. Spectral Signature: Offers spectral graphs for selected points in your AOI.
  5. Insights: Run Aurora’s analytical models which can provide a quick and detailed analysis of your Area of Interest, like the Land Use Land Cover model, for comprehensive insights.

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6. Creating a workflow

Workflows in Aurora allow you to apply Machine Learning and Statistical Models to your AOI. To create a workflow:

  1. Select the Workflow button on the left sidebar.
  2. Click New Workflow button on the top right to start.
  3. Add a Data block on the workflow canvas, selecting an existing or new AOI, followed by a Processing Block containing your chosen models.
  4. Link the Data block and Processing Block to activate the Model on your AOI.
  5. Save and run the workflow from the bottom of the canvas.
  6. After the model runs, you can view the output.
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