UniRide

Inspiration

It comes from the everyday experiences as college students. Recognizing that many students don't have personal vehicles and heavily rely on public transportation, we understand the challenges they face in navigating through the city. UniRide is born out of a genuine desire to ease the commuting struggles that students encounter, providing a solution tailored to the specific needs of this vibrant and dynamic community. UniRide is driven by the shared experiences of students who have known the challenges of relying on public transportation – and now, we're here to make those experiences smoother, more enjoyable, and, above all, stress-free.

What it does

UniRide is a user-centric application designed to optimize commuting experiences through efficient integration with public transportation systems. Leveraging geospatial data and real-time transit information, the app provides users with instant access to the nearest public transportation options, streamlining route planning and ensuring timely arrivals. UniRide's technical architecture is built to enhance the user's journey by delivering accurate and dynamic transportation information, making it a reliable and tech-savvy solution for stress-free commuting.

How we built it

The App built on Flutter and designed in Figma, employs Google Directions and Places APIs for a streamlined commuting experience.

Challenges we ran into

We faced challenges in API integration, particularly with Google Directions and Places APIs, due to their intricate nature. Compounded by the team's limited experience in Flutter and the scarcity of comprehensive documentation, navigating and troubleshooting integration issues proved demanding.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We turned challenges into accomplishments by successfully integrating complex APIs like Google Directions and Places despite limited experience in Flutter. The team's adaptability and perseverance, coupled with innovative problem-solving, transformed obstacles into strengths, resulting in a robust and effective commuting solution.