CASE STUDY FOR MEET APP

Define Requirements and Features

• Show a list of events
• Manage how many events are displayed
• View detailed information about each event
• Search for events by city
• Choose number of events to display
• Event Visualization:

• Chart 1: Number of Events by Genre
→This chart displays how many events are available across different genres, helping users explore based on their interests.
• Chart 2: Number of Events by City
→This chart shows the number of events per city, allowing users to discover the most active cities for events. These visualizations make it easy for users to see overall trends at a glance and personalize their event discovery experience.

Achievements

• Developed a full-stack, serverless event discovery platform
→ Built both frontend and backend independently, using AWS Lambda and React.
• Integrated real-time data from Google Calendar API
→ Successfully fetched, displayed, and managed live event data.
• Implemented Progressive Web App (PWA) capabilities
→ Enabled offline access and installable app experience using service workers.
• Built interactive data visualizations
→ Created dynamic charts that allow users to quickly understand event trends by city and genre.
• Achieved 90%+ test coverage
→ Used Jest and Cucumber to ensure high reliability through rigorous testing. li>Mastered OAuth2 Authentication Flow → Implemented secure login and access management using industry standards.
• Deployed globally on Vercel for optimal performance
→ Achieved fast load times and minimal downtime with serverless deployment.
• Enhanced user engagement through responsive design
→ Optimized UX for both desktop and mobile users, improving accessibility and retention.

Lessons Learned

• Serverless architecture simplifies deployment and scaling but requires careful management of cold starts and token handling.
• Working with third-party APIs like Google Calendar requires robust error handling and quota management.
• Visualizing data through charts significantly enhances user engagement and provides deeper insights.

• Authentication and Personalization
→ Allow users to log in, save favorite events, and receive personalized event recommendations.
• Advanced Search and Filters
→ Add advanced search options, such as filtering events by date range, category, ticket price, or venue.
• Push Notifications for Upcoming Events
→ Implement push notifications to remind users about upcoming events they are interested in.
• Multi-language Support
→ Expand accessibility by offering the app in multiple languages.
• Better Offline Experience
→ Enhance the offline mode by allowing users to RSVP to events while offline and sync changes once reconnected.
• Real-time Updates with WebSockets
→ Implement WebSocket connections to instantly update the event list without needing to refresh the page.
• Admin Dashboard
→ Build an admin dashboard for event organizers to create, edit, and manage their events directly through Eventify.
• Accessibility Enhancements
→ Improve the app’s accessibility for users with disabilities, ensuring compliance with WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).
• Analytics Dashboard
→ Provide users and organizers with insights into event engagement, such as the number of views, RSVPs, and popular categories.