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The next phase involved significant research into available technology options, leading them to discover a mix of software and hardware that could be repurposed for their cause. They explored various eye-tracking systems, from expensive commercial models to cheaper alternatives available in gaming or market research, which provided insights into where they could potentially source affordable options.
By combining accessible software tools found on platforms like GitHub with economically viable hardware components, the team developed a prototype eye-tracking system. The outcome was a radically simplified setup that could be assembled for less than €20—an impressive feat compared to existing market solutions.