Pull-In: Find a Fourth

Connecting students who need a group with groups looking to pull someone in.

Team Information

Team Members: Vadym Musiienko and Cole Uyematsu
Track: Maker
Overlays: 5C Community, Health & Humanity, Best Beginner

Project Description

Pull-In: Find a Fourth is a full-stack web application built to simplify and humanize the roommate and suitemate matching process. It connects students who are looking to be “pulled in” — often due to later registration times or a desire to meet new people — with groups who are looking to fill a room slot.

By streamlining this process, Pull-In promotes meaningful connections, reduces stress, and helps build stronger, more comfortable campus living communities.

Motivation

Finding compatible roommates can be stressful, especially for those unsure where to start or how to connect. We wanted to build a platform that makes the process easier, more efficient, and more equitable for everyone involved.

Why this matters:

Reduces anxiety and uncertainty around housing
Helps students make informed and confident decisions
Fosters a more connected and supportive student community

Tech Stack

Framework: Next.js (frontend + backend)
Authentication: Firebase Authentication
Database: Firebase Cloud Firestore
Deployment: Vercel

Privacy & Security

Pull-In is built with user safety and privacy in mind:

Only collects necessary information
Utilizes secure authentication via Firebase
Promotes respectful and transparent communication

How It Works

Sign Up:
Create an account and specify your housing registration time.
Browse Groups:
View groups that are looking to pull someone in.
Connect:
If you find a good match:
- Send a request to join the group
- Or reach out via the group member's email (provided in profiles) for more info
Create Your Own Group:
- Form a group with friends
- Browse individuals looking to join a group
- Send invitations or accept join requests