Picky Packers

Inspiration

GateGroup handles hundreds of products daily for different airlines. When errors happen, nobody knows where or why. We built a system that breaks down complex workflows into digital, measurable steps.

What it does

Module 1: Alcohol Compliance

  • Input flight number and bottle conditions
  • Gemini AI analyzes against airline policy
  • Get instant decision: KEEP, REFILL, REPLACE, or DISCARD with reasoning

Module 2: Production Line Assistant

  • Shows step-by-step instructions
  • Validates with weight sensors (simulated)
  • Computer vision model recognizes items
  • Alerts immediately on errors
  • Auto-advances when correct

How we built it

  • React + TypeScript frontend
  • Google Gemini 1.5 Pro for AI decisions
  • Computer vision model for object recognition
  • Google Cloud Platform + OAuth
  • Aviation Edge API for flight data
  • Simulation environment for workflow testing

Challenges we ran into

  • Training computer vision to recognize items accurately
  • Designing weight validation logic that handles real-world scenarios
  • Creating UI that's fast enough for production workers

Accomplishments that we're proud of

  • AI compliance decisions in 10 seconds
  • Working computer vision model that identifies items
  • Weight-based validation simulation
  • Clean modular architecture ready for integration

What we learned

Building modular systems from the start makes everything easier. Real-time feedback systems need to be fast and clear. Combining multiple validation methods (weight + vision) creates robust error detection.

What's next for Picky Packers

  • Integrate computer vision model with weight simulation
  • Connect real hardware (scales, scanners, cameras)
  • Build analytics dashboard
  • Add more modules (inventory, quality docs)
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