Inspiration
Solve a Personal Pain Point – Think of something that bugs you or your friends and fix it.
What it does
- Encourages Innovation – Sparks creative, out-of-the-box thinking.
- Fosters Collaboration – Brings together people with different skills to work as a team.
How we built it
We built the app using React.js for the frontend and Node.js for the backend. JavaScript handles dynamic interactions like budgeting logic and reminders. We used mock data and rule-based logic to classify expenses and trigger nudges in real time.
Challenges we ran into
We faced challenges in accurately classifying expenses into needs vs wants using simple logic. Creating a smooth user experience for budgeting and reminders required careful UI planning. Balancing privacy while simulating real-time nudges with mock data was also tricky.
Accomplishments that we're proud of
We built a fully functional financial assistant prototype within the hackathon time limit. Successfully implemented real-time nudges, a dynamic budget planner, and behavior tracking. Proud to have created an engaging, privacy-conscious tool that promotes better money habits.
What we learned
We learned how to build a full-stack AI-powered finance assistant that nudges users toward smarter spending using graphs, alerts, and gamification. The project enhanced our skills in data visualization, user-centric design, behavioral insights, and secure web development
What's next for TheGoodBytes
Next, we plan to integrate real-time financial APIs for live expense tracking. We'll enhance our nudging system using ML models for smarter behavioral predictions. The Good Bytes will continue refining the app for wider adoption and real-world impact.
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