The problem SustainHub solves

Problem it solves-

1. Reducing Waste: SustainHub provides a platform for individuals to easily list and resell items they no longer need, promoting the reuse of pre-owned treasures and reducing overall waste.
   2.Showcasing Recycled Products: The platform invites companies to showcase their recycled products, reaching a broader audience and encouraging the purchase of eco-friendly goods.
   3.Connecting Community Members: SustainHub creates a dedicated space for community members to connect and transact, fostering a sense of community engagement in responsible consumption practices.
   4.Promoting Sustainable Practices: By facilitating the sale of recycled goods and promoting responsible consumption, SustainHub actively contributes to the promotion of sustainable practices.
   5.Incentivizing Recycling: Buyers who actively participate in the recycling program by ranking on the recycling leaderboard receive exclusive discounts, encouraging and incentivizing recycling efforts.
   6.Secure Transactions: The platform ensures secure payment processing, providing customers with confidence in their transactions and highlighting the environmental benefits of their purchases.
   7.Commission-Based Model: SustainHub operates on a commission-based model for recycled product sales, ensuring a fair and mutually beneficial arrangement for sellers and the platform.
   8.Educational Initiatives: SustainHub incorporates educational resources to inform users about recycling practices, furthering awareness and understanding of the environmental impact of responsible waste management.
   9.Environmental Impact Tracking: The platform regularly updates users on their environmental impact, making them feel connected to a larger movement and reinforcing the positive effects of their sustainable choices.

Challenges we ran into

1. Learning and integrating the backend for the first time posed a significant challenge as it involved understanding server-side development, databases, and server-client interactions. Grasping concepts like routing, authentication, and handling data securely required dedicated effort and learning.
   2.Integrating APIs for various purposes introduced challenges such as ensuring compatibility, handling diverse data formats, and managing authentication tokens. Each API had its own documentation and intricacies, making the integration process intricate and demanding thorough attention to detail.
   3.Implementing a user-friendly interface presented challenges related to design, navigation, and overall user experience. Balancing aesthetics with functionality, considering accessibility, and gathering user feedback to refine the interface required an iterative approach to ensure a positive user interaction.