The problem College Buddy solves

The problem CollegeBuddy solves revolves around two common challenges faced by college students. Firstly, it addresses the difficulty in team formations for collaborative projects, hackathons, and study groups. Often, students struggle to find teammates with the necessary skill sets. CollegeBuddy streamlines this process by offering a platform where students can connect with others based on their skills and interests.

Secondly, the platform resolves the issue of missed opportunities. Many valuable off-campus opportunities like scholarships, events, internships, and job prospects are dispersed across multiple platforms, causing students to miss out on these crucial prospects. CollegeBuddy gathers and updates these opportunities regularly, ensuring that students remain informed and can capitalize on them for their academic and professional growth

Challenges we ran into

The development of CollegeBuddy presented us with various challenges that required innovative solutions and dedication:

• Skill Matching Algorithm: Crafting an effective algorithm to match students based on their skill sets was intricate. Ensuring precise and relevant connections demanded refining and fine-tuning our matching process.
• User Experience and Interface Design: Striking a balance between a feature-rich platform and an intuitive user interface posed a challenge. We focused on delivering an accessible and user-friendly interface while incorporating diverse functionalities.
• Scalability and Performance: As we aimed for a broad user base, ensuring the platform's scalability and performance under increasing user loads was crucial. Optimizing performance to support a growing user base was an ongoing consideration.
  Through meticulous planning, collaborative problem-solving, and innovative solutions, we navigated these challenges, enhancing the functionality, reliability, and user experience of CollegeBuddy.