TT-Tariff Tracker

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  Project-TT - a gist of it

What Inspired Me

I was brainstorming ideas for a project when I randomly came across a meme about U.S. tariffs. I’d heard about tariffs in the news before, but I never really understood why they mattered or how they worked. That moment sparked a thought: Why not create an app that makes trade data understandable—and build a space where rookies and experts can share insights, like LinkedIn but for global trade?

That spark became Tariff Tracker (TT).

What I’ve Presented

I’ve built a beta version of the app using Plotly, powered by a dataset covering U.S. tariffs from 2013 to 2024. I chose the U.S. because tariff discussions around it are highly relevant and widely debated. The app is designed to be beginner-friendly, with:

~A built-in glossary explaining key terms

~Interactive charts and bar graphs for visualizing trade flows and tariff impacts

~A layout that helps users explore data without needing prior expertise

What Can Be Improved

There’s a lot that can be refined—and I say that openly. For example:

~The glossary could be more interactive and searchable

~The Help section doesn’t guide users well enough (that’s on me)

~The UI/UX needs serious improvement—it’s functional but not polished

One thing I genuinely believe is that any solution should be sustainable and flexible enough to evolve . That principle was part of the idea from the start.

Broader Vision

TT isn’t just a data dashboard—it has the potential to become a community-driven learning platform. In future iterations, it could include:

~A conversation section where experts and beginners chat and collaborate

~A blog/news feed that keeps users updated on trade developments

~A learning module for those new to global economics and trade policy

In short, TT can grow into a hybrid space—part data tool, part social forum, part educational hub.

My Opinion

Tariff Tracker isn’t just data-driven—it’s purpose-driven. It has potential, it has relevance, and I believe it can be genuinely useful.

That’s all.

Built With

• copilot
• html/css
• plotly
• un-comtrade