Traditional dating apps often focus on superficial elements, leading to fleeting connections and user dissatisfaction. This project addresses the need for deeper compatibility matching, aiming for meaningful, long-term connections rather than quick, superficial swipes.

The Blind Dating App introduces a unique "dating club" model tailored for university students, promoting a safer, more meaningful matchmaking process. Key features include:

• Preference-Based Matching: Matches are made based on shared interests and values, not just physical appearance.
• Gamified Interactions: Engaging users through games that reveal preferences and personalities.
• Secure Messaging: Ensuring private and secure communication between matches.
• Membership System: A small fee for joining the club, fostering a committed user base and funding app maintenance.

Unlike conventional dating apps, our focus is on building long-term connections through a blind dating approach. By prioritizing compatibility and secure, meaningful interaction, we offer a refreshing alternative to the swipe fatigue of traditional dating platforms.

• Frontend: React Native for cross-platform mobile app development.
• Backend: Convex for managing backend services efficiently.
• Other: Machine Learning algorithms for enhancing the matching process (TBD).

git clone https://github.com/your-username/blind-dating-app.git

npm install

npm start

The project is organized into several key folders:

• components/: Reusable components used throughout the app.
• screens/: Individual screens of the app, e.g., profile setup, messaging. -convex/: Convex models and functions for backend logic.

Completed features for the MVP include:

• User profiles with comprehensive preference inputs.
• A basic matching mechanism to initiate connections.
• Secure in-app messaging for private communication between matches.

Partially implemented features:

• Membership system and payment processing (TBD).

• Robust Matching Algorithm: Implementing a sophisticated ML-powered compatibility scoring system. = Gamification Expansion: Introducing more interactive elements to enrich the user experience.
• Payment Gateway Integration: Streamlining membership fees and in-app purchases.
• Polished UI/UX: Enhancing the visual and navigational aspects of the app.
• Expanded Verification System: Ensuring a safe and trustworthy user environment.

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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