# 29/6/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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Create a code in GO to allocate IP Address and select UPF then upload the result to MongoDB
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## Report
Today, I worked on developing a Go code script to allocate IP addresses and select the User Plane Function (UPF) for a specific task. The goal is to store the allocated IP and Selected UPF information to the MongoDB

# 30/6/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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Create a code in GO to take the DHCP related information and give it to the UE
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## Report
Today, I focused on developing the Go code script that retrieves DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) related information from the MongoDB and provides it to the User Equipment (UE). The objective of this project is to automate the process of obtaining necessary network configuration details for UEs, enabling seamless connectivity.

# 3/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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Testing the new go code using the UERANSIM
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## Report
Today, my focus was on testing the newly developed Go source code using UERANSIM. The goal of this testing phase was to verify if the User Equipment (UE) is able to successfully connect to the internet using the implemented code.

# 4/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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Make an expiration Time feature for the DHCP information stored in the MongoDB
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## Report
* Started working on implementing an expiration time feature for DHCP information stored in MongoDB.
* Researched MongoDB's TTL (Time-to-Live) indexes to automatically remove documents after a specified period.
* Designed a data structure to include an "expiration_time" field in the DHCP document.
* Created a MongoDB TTL index on the "expiration_time" field to remove documents automatically after their expiration time.

# 5/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Repair the DHCP Source code for duplication possibility (in case of 5G Core is down) in the MongoDB
* Make presentation and documentation for the DHCP Implementation
* Create a renewing lease feature in the MongoDB DHCP information
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## Report
* Repair the DHCP source code to sync temporary resources with the MongoDB database.
* Make documentation for the DHCP implementation

# 6/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Prepared for the weekly meeting presentation
* Worked on the DHCP implementation, gathering documentation and creating comprehensive materials.
* Create documentation about the Final Implementation of the DHCP Service and upload it to Onedrive
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## Report
Today I prepared the presentation for the next weekly meeting with Prof RT and all the masters students. I also continue making the documentation for the DHCP implementation in the SMF 5G Core.

# 7/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Start studying about RIC (RAN Intelligent Controller) and implementation of the xApp in the 5G Network
* Setup VM in the Lab Server using proxmox
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## Report
* Researched RIC (RAN Intelligent Controller) and its role in the 5G network, focusing on understanding the architecture and implementation of xApps (RAN Applications).
* Explored various xApp types, benefits, challenges, and started planning for a potential xApp development project.
* Make VM for simulation in the Lab's server

# 10/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Study and research implementation of xApp in O-RAN.
* Prepare presentation for next weekly meeting.
* Modify the DHCP Code so it could save the information in the local storage
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## Progress
* Today, I dedicated my time to researching the implementation of xApp in the O-RAN framework, with a particular focus on the registration process of the User Equipment (UE).
* I explored various resources, including technical documents, research papers, and industry best practices, to gain a deep understanding of how xApp facilitates the registration of UEs in the O-RAN architecture.
* By studying the registration process, I aimed to identify potential challenges, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimization in implementing xApp.
* Today, I also succesfully implement the DHCP services so it could save the information in the local SMF storage

# 11/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Continue Study and research implementation of xApp in O-RAN.
* Prepare presentation for next weekly meeting.
* Fix bugs on the new DHCP source code
* Make documentation for the new DHCP information
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## Progress
* Studied and researched implementing xApp in O-RAN, exploring resources and conducting practical experiments.
* Prepared a clear and informative presentation for the upcoming weekly meeting, highlighting progress, challenges, and future plans.
* Fixed bugs in the new DHCP source code through careful code review, error log analysis, and successful collaboration with team members.
* Created comprehensive documentation for the updated DHCP system, providing step-by-step instructions and useful information for efficient usage and future reference.

# 12/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Continue Study and research implementation of xApp in O-RAN.
* Improve the IP Allocation process in the new DHCP source code which is implemented in the SMF
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## Progress
* Continued studying and researching the implementation of xApp in O-RAN. Explored various documentation, whitepapers, and online resources to gain a deeper understanding of xApp architecture and its integration within the O-RAN framework.
* Worked on improving the IP Allocation process in the new DHCP source code implemented in the SMF (Session Management Function). Analyzed the existing codebase to identify areas of improvement and potential bottlenecks.

# 13/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Continue Study and research about implementing pre-registration in the O-RAN using xApp.
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## Progress
* Researched and studied how to implement pre-registration in O-RAN using xApp, gathering information on different approaches and techniques.
* Analyzed design considerations, requirements, and integration points for pre-registration, determining how the system should be designed and identifying necessary steps for development.

# 14/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Trace the free5gc source code for the possibility of DNS Service implementation
* Continue Study and research about implementing pre-registration in the O-RAN using xApp.
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## Progress
* Explored free5gc Source Code: Investigated the free5gc source code for adding a DNS Service, identified relevant areas, and documented findings.
* Continued Research on O-RAN Pre-Registration: Studied integrating pre-registration in the O-RAN using xApp, conducted experiments, and gathered insights from colleagues.

# 17/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Studying about the O-RAN, especially the handover mechanism in the O-RU, O-DU, O-CU.
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## Progress
* Explored O-RAN handover mechanism: Studied how O-RAN components (O-RU, O-DU, O-CU) coordinate for seamless handover.
* Roles of components: O-RU handles physical layer, O-DU manages information flow, and O-CU ensures quality during handover.
* Identified challenges and solutions: Synchronization, congestion, and latency challenges addressed using techniques like spectrum sharing and network slicing.

# 18/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Attend conference regarding the goverment projects related to the 5G and 6G development
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## Progress
* Visited booths and engaged in discussions to gather information on new developments.
* Explored the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in 5G and 6G technologies.
* Explored innovative solutions and architectural concepts to enhance network performance.
* Discovered potential implications of these technologies across various industries.

# 19/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Study and discuss the matter of Pre-Registration and IP Allocation in the O-RAN with masters students and professor
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## Progress
* The daily meeting with Masters students and the professor focused on studying Pre-Registration and IP Allocation in the O-RAN architecture, which aims to lower the latency during handover
* Discussions covered the significance of Pre-Registration, involving the registration of User Equipment (UE) with the Central Unit (CU) before data transmission, and IP Allocation, which assigns IP addresses to network elements like Distributed Units (DUs) and Radio Units (RUs) within O-RAN.
* Key takeaways included identifying challenges and considerations for effective implementation, exploring research opportunities, and planning next steps to further investigate these concepts and potential innovative applications.

# 24/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Study and discuss more about the architecture and functions that will be implemented in the xApp for IP allocation and UPF Selection
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## Progress
* Studied and researched the architecture for the xApp, focused on IP allocation and UPF selection, employing a microservice-based approach with a user-friendly web-based UI.
* Outlined key components, including IP allocation service, UPF selection service, policy management, and database management.
* Identified challenges in scalability, security, real-time optimization, and integration with existing systems while remaining optimistic about the progress made and eager to tackle upcoming development tasks.

# 26/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Preparing the introduction for the presentation about implementing IP allocation and UPF (User Plane Function) selection in the O-RAN xApp
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## Progress
* Make introduction regarding implementing IP allocation and UPF Selection in the O-RAN xApp
* Determined the parameter used in order to allocate IP and select UPF, for the function in the xApp

# 27/7/2023 - Daily Report

## Goals
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* Progress report meeting with professors and colleauge, from Indonesia and Taiwan
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## Progress
* Today's discussions focused on xAPP IP Allocation and UPF Selection in the xApp, exploring its intelligent capabilities for optimizing 5G network performance and enhancing user experiences. We also addressed the progress made in implementation and identified potential challenges, brainstorming solutions to ensure smoother network efficiency and better user satisfaction in the 5G ecosystem.