Inspiration
Sometimes when you're in a bit of trouble and need some help, you wish you could just shout your struggle to the world and have some kind-hearted person help you. Maybe you are a good samaritan who likes to help others with small tasks, but don't know where or who needs help. This application seeks to bring together those who request help and those who are willing to give it.
What it does
It's the middle of winter; you are sick in the River Cluster dying for a cup of hot tea. You mark your position on Together App with the label "Sick in the River; Can someone please please please bring me a cup of tea?" By the magic of human kindness a fellow student brings you what you most hope for to ease your illness. This is what Together brings. Users can log in to the application to do one of two things: see what posts for assistance there are for people who are nearby, or post a message to request assistance.
How we built it
We developed the entire app in Android Studio. We used Parse for back end services and Google Maps for location services.
Challenges we ran into
The google maps and parse APIs were both unintuitive to use. Synchronous development of using different APIs created problems in merging dependencies.
Accomplishments that we're proud of
Integrating multiple API's into a final working app. Creating an app that promotes social good.
What we learned
Using multiple SDK's takes substantial effort to make them work while also screening out redundant dependencies.
What's next for Together
A more robust and fluid user interface. A more interesting point system. Real time global rankings. Facebook login and rankings within friend groups.
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