Looping and Diabetes Resources
Open Source Automated Insulin Delivery Systems
Loop – Based upon the Loop algorithm, running on iPhones
Community & Support:
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- LoopDocs – Official documentation for getting started on Looping
- LoopTips – Official documentation for using / tuning Loop
- Loop Zulipchat
Loop and Learn – Educational page with additional help to start on and use Loop, customize your Loop app. In addition to this website, Loop and Learn has
Community & Support:
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- Facebook – Facebook group to learn about and discuss Loop and Diabetes, provides build help, and live interactive sessions.
- Discord– Discord server for those who prefer an alternative to Facebook. Discusses Loop and diabetes, provides build help, and live interactive sessions.
- Instagram – Announcements, updates, tips, and tricks.
- YouTube– Recorded Webinars sponsored by the Loop and Learn group. Also helpful tip videos for diabetes.
Trio – Based upon the oref algorithm, affiliated with the Nightscout Foundation, running on iPhones
Community & Support:
AndroidAPS – Based upon the oref algorithm, running on Google Android smartphones
OpenAPS.org – Based upon the oref algorithm, running on a Raspberry Pi rig … also DIYPS.org
Nightscout Foudation – The nonprofit organization supporting Open-Source diabetes technology communities.
Community & Support:
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- Discord – A place for open-source developers, loopers, and The Nightscout Foundation to collaborate, communicate, and stay informed on what is developing in the #WeAreNotWaiting community.
The Looped Group -Facebook group for building and updating Loop.
Little Loopers – Facebook group for parents of young children who are using the DIY iOS app Loop or interested in learning more about Loop.
Regional Groups
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Loop, Loop, Loop
If your local Open Source Automataed Insulin Delivery group is missing, please comment on our Facebook page and we’ll add you.
Healthcare Professionals- Views on Open Source Automated Insulin Delivery
American Diabetes Association Standards of Care 2026
Open-Source Automated Insulin Dosing at 7.27:
“Both the Loop and OpenAPS algorithms offer direct management of algorithm aggressiveness through conventional pump settings. Therefore, it is advisable that health care professionals understand and offer support in tuning settings for these safe and effective technologies. This may include, for `example, the adjustment of basal rates, insulin-to-carbohydrate ratios, or insulin sensitivity factors. As with any AID system, a backup insulin treatment plan is advisable.”
“Diabetes Australia believes that people with diabetes should have choice and access to diabetes management solutions that help them manage their diabetes to the best of their ability. Diabetes Australia understands that there are technologies being used by people with diabetes that are not approved for use by regulatory bodies, such as the Therapeutic Goods Association (TGA). These technologies are not commercially available and are ‘built’ by individuals with diabetes for their own use. This position statement is written for people living with diabetes (and families of people living with diabetes) to provide background information on Do It Yourself (DIY) technologies, the potential risks and benefits of using these technologies, and what people should expect from healthcare professionals in supporting their use. This position statement provides general information. Diabetes Australia is not endorsing or recommending any of the DIY technologies discussed in this position statement.”
“… we feel that if AID is going to be offered then DIY AID should be mentioned alongside commercial options. If clinicians are comfortable supporting individuals on commercial systems, they should be comfortable supporting individuals on DIY systems as well. In the future, we hope to see the various DIY systems receive approval from regulatory bodies to open more options for interoperability and allow for more widespread use, as was done by Tidepool Loop, which received FDA clearance in January 2023 but has yet to announce its pump and CGM partners as of the printing of this position statement”
“DIY AID can be an effective approach to support individuals with T1D to increase TIR and reduce A1C without increasing hypoglycemia, all while reducing the burden of diabetes self-management and improving quality of life.”
Blogs
TheSavvyDiabetic.com – Updates of diabetes technology & research, Looping and life with Type 1 Diabetes
Diabettech.com – Blog site written by Tim Street with reviews of all diabetes tech
MyArtificialPancreas.net – Blog written by Mary Anne Patton (Australia), about looping, life with diabetes and diabetes innovation
BionicWookiee.com– Blog by David Burren (Australia) on living with medical technology
SeeMyCGM – All about living with Type 1 diabetes by Katie DiSimone. An older blog, but still contains valuable insights.
Other Social Media
Donations
Tidepool.org – Non-profit developing Tidepool Loop
Nightscout Foundation – Non-profit supporting the Open Source tech for T1Ds
Sources to Purchase
Anubis– G6 transmitter alternative.
Swappa.com – For purchasing used phones and ipads at good prices
CustomTypeOne – Sugar Pixel
MonoPrice.com – Specializes in cables for hi-tech
Radio-Links (Only needed for Medtronic and Eros)
Radio-link Comparison Chart – Detailed comparison of the RadioLinks currently available.
GetRileyLink.org – To purchase RileyLink, OrangeLink, and carry cases
How do I update the firmware on my OrangeLink?
What is the iPhone Bluetooth app that I need to load new firmware or check my OrangeLink’s battery? For android, click here