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Building My Own Tiny Surveillance System: An Exploration of Aegis

Okay, so, I’ve been tinkering with a really cool project, and I wanted to share it with you. It’s not going to change the world (at least, not yet!), but it’s a fascinating dive into command and control systems, drones, and a whole bunch of tech that I’ve been slowly collecting interests in. It’s called Aegis, and it’s basically my attempt to build a tiny, home-scale surveillance system.

The Inspiration: Anduril’s Lattice

I stumbled across it while reading about Anduril’s Lattice software – you’ve probably heard of it. Anduril makes really smart software for defense and intelligence, and their Lattice system is all about connecting sensors and intelligence to create a truly dynamic operating picture. The core idea – having interconnected assets working together to provide a full understanding of a situation – really resonated with me. It made me think, “What if I could build something similar, but on a smaller scale?”

The cool thing is, the concept of interconnected assets, using smaller tools to provide a bigger picture, is something that’s become really interesting to me. It’s the sort of thing that seems like it could be built using readily available technologies, and that’s where Aegis came in.

What *Is* Aegis?

So, what *is* Aegis? It’s a command and control system. Sounds complicated, right? The goal is to be able to orchestrate mobile surveillance assets – primarily, I’m thinking DJI drones – around my property. Think of it as a system for automatically monitoring things, maybe triggering alerts, and giving me a visual feed of what’s happening.

Right now, it’s still very much a skeleton. I’ve built the basic backend and a rudimentary frontend, and it’s a work in progress. The creator, /u/ConsistentCan4633 on Reddit, is open-sourcing the code, which is fantastic. I’m contributing what I can, learning as I go.

The Tech Stack: It’s Surprisingly Modern

Let’s talk about the tech. It’s a surprisingly modern stack, which is what really got me excited. Here’s a breakdown:

• Backend: Go. Go is a really fast, efficient language, perfect for handling real-time data.
• Frontend: Nuxt.js with Bun. Nuxt is a framework for building Vue.js applications, and Bun is a new JavaScript runtime that’s designed to be faster than Node.js.
• Mapping: Maplibre with deck.gl layer. Maplibre is an open-source mapping library that’s built on Leaflet, and deck.gl is a powerful library for creating interactive data visualizations on maps.

It’s a little bit wild, isn’t it? Go, Nuxt, Bun, Maplibre, and deck.gl. It feels like a glimpse into the future of web development.

Where It Stands Now – It’s Mostly Bones

Honestly, the backend is pretty basic. It’s just enough to handle communication with the frontend and control the drones (when I get to that point!). The frontend is a simple web app that I’m using to visualize the map and control the system. I’m using Maplibre to display the map, and deck.gl to overlay data onto the map. It’s enough to get me started, but there’s *a lot* of work left to do.

Think of it like this: it’s a frame, a basic wiring harness, and a few lights. The rest is what I’m building as I go.

Open Source and the Community

The really cool thing is that /u/ConsistentCan4633 is open-sourcing the code on GitHub (https://github.com/mustbeperfect/aegis). This means anyone can contribute to the project, and I’m hoping to get some help as I get deeper into it. I think it’s a fantastic example of the power of community-driven development.

The Future (And My Wild Dreams)

I know, I know – it sounds a little… intense. But I’m genuinely excited about the potential of this project. My long-term goal is to build out a combat simulation system using Aegis. Imagine being able to test strategies, deploy resources, and monitor the battlefield – all in a simulated environment. It’s a big, ambitious goal, but that’s what makes it so interesting, right?

Of course, it’s not about building a military system. It’s about learning, experimenting, and exploring the possibilities of command and control, drones, and data visualization.

Getting Involved

If you’re interested in learning more or contributing to the project, check out the repository on GitHub. I’m always open to ideas and feedback!