Inter_HostelCart

This is our Semester Unified Project covering the core subjects like (DBMS, Software Engineering, OOD using UML, Web Development).

Title: Inter-Hostel Cart: Fostering Community and Convenience through Hostel-wide Commerce

Tech Stack:

• Frontend: HTML, CSS (Bootstrap + Tailwind),Javascript, React.js.
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js, OracleDB.

Description: Inter-Hostel Cart is a visionary project aimed at creating a dynamic marketplace within university hostels, facilitating seamless transactions between students residing within the same accommodation. The platform serves as a centralized hub where hostel dwellers can buy and sell various products, fostering a sense of community and enhancing convenience for all users.

Key Features:

1. User Connectivity: Inter-Hostel Cart connects students residing in the same hostel, enabling them to interact, engage, and trade with one another effortlessly.

2. Product Listing: Users can list items they want to sell, including textbooks, electronics, clothing, and more. Each listing can include details such as price, description, and images for clear representation.

3. Search and Filter: The platform offers robust search and filter functionalities, allowing users to easily find products of interest based on categories, prices, or keywords.

4. Secure Transactions: Inter-Hostel Cart ensures secure transactions through built-in payment gateways or designated payment methods, guaranteeing peace of mind for both buyers and sellers.

5. Community Engagement: Beyond commerce, the platform promotes community engagement by facilitating communication channels such as chat features or forums, enabling users to discuss products, share recommendations, and build relationships.

6. Feedback and Ratings: Users can provide feedback and ratings based on their transaction experiences, fostering transparency and trust within the hostel community.

7. Administrative Tools: Admin features enable hostel management or designated moderators to oversee the platform, ensure compliance with guidelines, and address any issues promptly.

Benefits:

• Convenience: Students can conveniently buy and sell items without leaving their hostel, saving time and effort.
• Community Building: Inter-Hostel Cart fosters a sense of belonging and community spirit by facilitating interactions and transactions among hostel residents.
• Financial Support: The platform provides students with an additional avenue to earn money by selling unused or unwanted items.
• Environmental Impact: Encouraging reuse and recycling of goods reduces waste and promotes sustainability within the hostel environment.

Inter-Hostel Cart revolutionizes the way students engage in commerce within their living spaces, transforming hostels into vibrant hubs of connectivity, collaboration, and convenience.

Project Contributors:

• (Lead) Name: Rishav Chakraborty, Roll: 2320403219
• Name: Atul Tandan, Roll:2320403203
• Name: Manjit Khumbhakar, Roll: 2320403123
• Name: Shruti Gupta, Roll: 2320403216
• Name: Aditi Nageshwar, Roll:2320403223

Project Co-ordinator:

• Prof: Amit Bhagat