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Welcome to the Decompression Calculator documentation! This is a modern web application for calculating decompression dive profiles using the Bühlmann ZHL-16C algorithm with gradient factors.
This application is for educational purposes only.
- ❌ Never use this application to plan real dives
- ✅ Always use certified dive computers
- ✅ Follow proper dive planning procedures
- ✅ Never dive beyond your training and certification level
- Getting Started - Quick start guide and installation
- User Guide - Complete guide to using the calculator
- Features Overview - Detailed feature descriptions
- FAQ - Frequently asked questions
- Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions
- Developer Guide - Development setup and workflow
- Architecture - Technical architecture and design
- API Reference - Backend API documentation
- Algorithm Details - Bühlmann ZHL-16C implementation
- Contributing - How to contribute to the project
- Deployment Guide - Production deployment instructions
- Docker Setup - Containerized deployment
- Security Best Practices - Security guidelines
- Monitoring - Application monitoring and logging
- ✅ Single-level and multi-level dive profiles
- ✅ Multi-gas support (Air, Nitrox, Trimix)
- ✅ Bühlmann ZHL-16C algorithm with 16 tissue compartments
- ✅ Customizable gradient factors (GF Low/High)
- ✅ Automatic gas switching during ascent
- 📊 Interactive dive profile charts
- 📈 Tissue loading displays
- 📋 Detailed decompression schedules
⚠️ Real-time safety warnings
- 🔄 Repetitive dive calculations
- 📍 Dive site management with weather data
- 🌐 Multi-language support (English/French)
- 📄 PDF export functionality
- 🔐 Encrypted diver information storage
- Installation Instructions
- First Dive Calculation
- Understanding Gradient Factors
- Multi-Level Dives
- Gas Management
- Frontend: Vue 3 + TypeScript + Vite
- UI Framework: Carbon Design System + Tailwind CSS
- Charts: Chart.js with vue-chartjs
- State Management: Pinia
- Backend: Node.js + Express
- Deployment: Vercel (Frontend) + Railway (Backend)
- Issues: Report bugs and request features on GitHub Issues
- Discussions: Join conversations on GitHub Discussions
- Contributing: See our Contributing Guide
- PADI - Professional Association of Diving Instructors
- SSI - Scuba Schools International
- TDI - Technical Diving International
- ✨ Added multi-level dive support
- ✨ Implemented repetitive dive calculations
- ✨ Added dive site management
- ✨ Enhanced security features
- ✨ Improved mobile responsiveness
Need help? Check out:
- FAQ - Common questions answered
- Troubleshooting - Problem-solving guide
- GitHub Issues - Report bugs or request features
Last Updated: January 2026
Maintained by: The Decompression Calculator Team
Remember: This is an educational tool. Always dive safely and within your certification limits!