Neary

Your city, Your shops. Just neary

Inspiration

This idea was inspired by a simple but powerful goal: to support local vendors while also increasing convenience for everyday people. I noticed how fragmented and invisible many neighborhood services still are, and I wanted to build something that could bridge that gap. I started by creating a homepage using LOVEABLE, which helped me visualize how users could explore nearby services quickly and simply.

What it does

"Neary" is a hyperlocal platform designed to help people discover and connect with all kinds of nearby stores — from grocery and medical shops to barbers, cafés, and mechanics.

How we built it

One of the biggest challenges I faced was sourcing reliable vendor data. It’s not easy to gather or verify local businesses, especially when many aren’t online yet. Another challenge was conceptualizing how to build a strong community where all types of vendors could register and actively engage with the platform.

Challenges we ran into

Accomplishments that we're proud of

What we learned

In the process of building this, I learned to think from the perspective of local vendors and shop owners — understanding their needs, limitations, and how digital tools can truly empower them.