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Welcome to Beacons, an innovative app designed to transform the event planning landscape. In this digital age, fostering genuine connections while promoting ethical technology use is crucial. Beacons originated from our struggles in coordinating plans and communicating effectively within groups. We aim to offer an all-in-one solution that simplifies event coordination, underlining our commitment to community, inclusivity, and sustainability. The essence of Beacons lies in its name – a beacon is a guiding light that brings people together, inspiring the creation of a platform where individual events can collectively shine.
- Secure Personalized Access: Emphasizes data protection and privacy, offering a safe gateway to your planning hub.
- Streamlined Invitations: An updated view of invites with an intuitive response mechanism, designed to enhance focus and digital wellness.
- Sustainable Event Planning: Features eco-friendly suggestions and local event highlights, minimizing environmental impact.
- Community Engagement: Facilitates the organization of diverse and inclusive gatherings, catering to a wide range of interests and needs.
- Tailored User Experience: Enables users to express preferences and manage settings for a responsible and personalized experience.
- Community Building: Encourages the formation and nurturing of connections based on shared interests, fostering real-world interactions.
- Frontend: Developed using React Native for a universal, cross-platform user interface.
- Backend: Utilizes Node.js with Express for efficient processes and ethical data handling.
- Database: MongoDB, chosen for its scalability and alignment with sustainable development goals.
- APIs: Integrated with Apple Maps for its commitment to privacy and environmental sustainability in location-based services.
- Enhanced Features: Aim to introduce personalized event recommendations, improved location-based services, and new community engagement functionalities.
- Continuous Development: Committed to evolving Beacons, incorporating user feedback and advice for future enhancements.