The problem Surplus- Retirement Planning Application solves

Surplus redefines retirement planning by offering a personalized, predictive, and comprehensive solution that empowers users to take control of their financial future. Leveraging Firebase authentication, Surplus tailors retirement predictions and financial recommendations based on individual circumstances, ensuring users receive guidance aligned with their goals and risk tolerance. Through predictive insights, diverse investment recommendations including stocks, gold bonds, and cryptocurrencies, Surplus enables proactive planning, fostering informed decision-making and financial empowerment. With a focus on security and privacy, Surplus provides users with peace of mind as they navigate their journey towards a financially secure retirement.

Challenges I ran into

During the development of Surplus, we encountered challenges primarily related to fetching data from the Flask API and authentication issues. Integrating the React frontend with the Flask backend posed unforeseen complexities, especially in handling asynchronous requests and ensuring seamless data flow. Additionally, fine-tuning the authentication process with Firebase presented hurdles in maintaining session integrity and user security. Moreover, refining the predictive algorithms for retirement income projections demanded meticulous testing and iteration to achieve accurate results. To overcome these challenges, we employed a combination of thorough debugging, collaboration between frontend and backend teams, and leveraging community resources and documentation. Through perseverance and creative problem-solving, we successfully addressed these obstacles, ensuring the reliability and functionality of Surplus for our users' benefit.