How to use WeWeb to build an interactive astronomy observation platform with live data?

Step 1: Create a WeWeb Account

Go to www.weweb.io and click on the "Start for free" button. Enter the necessary details and validate your account by clicking on the link sent to your email address.

Step 2: Set Up Your Platform Layout

Once logged into your account, click on "Create a Website" button to start designing your page. Pick a template that suits your needs or start from scratch. Adjust the structure by adding sections such as home, about, contact, and so on.

Keep in mind that your astronomy observation platform should have sections for live data display, sky chart, observation tips, and anything else you find relevant.

Step 3: Configure Live Data Display

In the section where you want to display live astronomy data, you need to set up a 'live data display component'. Click on the "+" button to add a new component, search or scroll through the options until you find the component suitable for data display. This could be a chart, table or any other format you find appropriate.

After adding the component, you'll need to configure it so it can read incoming data. Usually this involves specifying a data source URL or endpoint.

To get live astronomy data, you will need access to APIs, data feeds, or datasets offered by research institutions (such as NASA), observatories, or other astronomy-related organizations. This might require some coding knowledge or assistance from a programmer.

Step 4: Set Up an Interactive Sky Chart

To set up a sky chart, add a new 'interactive component'. You'll have to connect it to an astronomy API or dataset that provides information about the positions of celestial bodies. You could use APIs like Stellarium, TheSkyLive, or similar ones.

Again, setting this up may require some understanding of APIs and coding. Make sure that your chart updates in real-time or at least frequently enough to provide accurate positions.

When everything is configured, users should be able to interact with the chart, by zooming, clicking on stars or planets for more information, and so on.

Step 5: Implementing Observation Tips and Other Features

If you want to provide observation tips, add another section to your platform. You could write the tips yourself, use a free astronomy advice resource, or set up regular updates from a connected api depending on time, weather, celestial bodies visibility, and so on.

Consider adding other features that can make your platform more engaging, e.g., forums, sharing or save for later options, notifications for major astronomical events, links to related resources or news, and so on.

Step 6: Validate and Publish Your Website

Once all sections are set up and all features are properly working, make sure to validate your website. This involves checking all your connections and ensuring the data displays are updating correctly.

Once everything checks out, click on the "Publish" button to make your website live.

You now have an astronomy observation platform where users can interact with live data on celestial bodies and get observation tips. Remember to regularly check the function of your site and update your content to keep your platform engaging and informative.