The ADA Events app is the best way to stay connected and informed about the 79th Scientific Sessions. Follow these easy steps to download the app to your mobile device, and learn about some of the app’s convenient features to improve your meeting experience.
Get the app
- Go to the iTunes App Store or Google Play and search for the app. The search terms “American Diabetes Association” and “ADA Events” are good places to start, or you can find the app at these links in iTunes and Google Play.
- MPORTANT: Make sure you download the app with this logo:
- Install the app
- Open the app
- When prompted, look under the heading “Featured Events” and select “ADA 2019”
Accessing the events list to download the ADA 2019 app if a prior meeting app is open on your device:
You can also access the ADA 2019 app from your computer by visiting https://plan.core-apps.com/tristar_ada19.
Tips for using the app
The app is designed to be intuitive and easy to use, but here are a few tips to get you started:
Quick Bar
Every screen in the app has a row of icons at the bottom that take you to the most frequently used features. Those icons, in order from left to right, are:
- Homescreen
- Sessions
- Speakers
- Abstracts
- Exhibitors
- Search the app
Connect with other attendees
Grow your network by creating your profile and connecting with other attendees. Once connected, you can share schedules, session notes, and contact information, and exchange messages.
Create your profile
- Select “Settings” (gear icon at the top of the dashboard)
- Select “My Profile”
- Enter name, email, and any other information you want to share
- Tap the check box to opt in and publish your profile to the app’s Attendees List
- Save to complete your profile
Browse attendee profiles
- Make sure your profile has been published
- The Attendees List is for those who have made their profiles public. Make your profile public by opening the Message Center by swiping from the left edge of any app page, tapping your profile, and turning the “Publish My Profile” option to ON.
- Select the Attendees icon
- Find the attendee(s) you want to connect with and click “Request Friend.” A message is sent to them for confirmation. Once confirmed, other attendees will appear on your “Friends” list in the Message Center.
- To access Friends through the Message Center, swipe from the left edge of any page in the app.
EventPulse
Make sure you’re up to date on the key happenings at the Scientific Sessions through the EventPulse feature, which tracks what app users are downloading and engaging with the most. Share your experiences through text and photo posts. Just select “Post” in the top-right corner and have your voice heard.
What’s On Now
This feature shows events that have recently started or will be starting soon. You can check back throughout the meeting for information about what’s happening at any time.
Need more help?
- Select the “App Tips” icon on the app homescreen
- Visit the ADA 2019 Mobile App help desk in the West Building, Level 1 Lobby, across from Attendee Registration.
- Email the support team at [email protected].