Inspiration
We were inspired to build Querifiy after recognizing the overwhelming amount of information available online, particularly in the realm of personal finance and investing. For beginners, this abundance often leads to confusion, frustration, and the risk of encountering outdated or misleading advice. We also noticed that valuable financial knowledge and good advice are often buried beneath layers of irrelevant content, making it difficult for those without a background in finance to find and understand the information they need. Many people struggle with their finances not because of a lack of will, but because reliable guidance is not easily accessible. Querifiy was created to address these challenges by simplifying the search process, offering tailored suggestions, and ultimately empowering users to make informed financial decisions with confidence.
What it does
Querify is a chrome extension is designed to empower beginners in navigating financial sources online by enhancing search queries, This project aims to bridge the knowledge gap for those who are new to personal finance, investing, or exploring financial topics. The primary goal is to simplify the process of searching for financial information online by analyzing search queries and offering better alternatives. By doing so, it helps users avoid irrelevant or outdated content, reducing the likelihood of misinformation or confusion.
How we built it
The extension uses HTML and CSS to build a responsive and user-friendly interface. The frontend is responsible for:
• Handling user input (search queries)
• Providing contextual suggestions
JavaScript as the backend language to process search queries, fetch relevant results, and perform analysis. The JavaScript code interacts with the ChatGPT API to evaluate queries.
Challenges we ran into
Web Security Principles:
• Securely handling user input (search queries)
• Protecting against common web vulnerabilities
Chrome Extension Development:
• Managing permissions and APIs for interacting with the browser
• Overcoming challenges related to Chrome's rendering engine and DOM manipulation
Accomplishments that we're proud of
- Search Query Analysis: Upon launching the extension, it analyzes the user's search query in real-time.
- Contextual Suggestions: Based on the search query, the extension offers personalized suggestions for more relevant results.
What's next for Querify
Querify will continue to evolve by incorporating new features and algorithms to further enhance its functionality. This includes providing a curated list of relevant search results, prioritizing credible sources and avoiding misleading or outdated information.
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