FoodChain - Blockchain-Powered Food Review Platform

A modern, decentralized food review platform built with Next.js, ThirdWeb, and blockchain technology. Users can connect their wallets, share authentic reviews, earn NFT badges, and discover amazing restaurants.

🚀 Features

For Users

• Wallet Connection: Secure authentication using ThirdWeb and WalletConnect
• Food Preferences: Set cuisine preferences, dietary restrictions, and spice levels
• Review System: Write and read authentic reviews with confidence scoring
• NFT Rewards: Earn badges for consistent and reliable reviews
• Smart Recommendations: AI-powered food suggestions based on preferences
• Voting System: Upvote/downvote reviews to maintain quality

For Merchants

• Restaurant Registration: Complete setup with shop details and menu management
• Review Management: View and respond to customer feedback
• Analytics Dashboard: Track performance metrics and customer insights
• Crypto Payments: Accept blockchain-based payments
• Menu Management: Add, edit, and organize menu items

System Features

• World ID Integration: Bot-free platform with human verification
• Confidence Scoring: AI-powered review reliability assessment
• Dynamic Voting Algorithm: Fair and unbiased review scoring
• Blockchain Storage: Immutable review data on the blockchain

🛠️ Tech Stack

• Frontend: Next.js 15, React 19, Tailwind CSS 4
• Blockchain: ThirdWeb SDK, Ethereum/Polygon/Mumbai networks
• UI Components: Lucide React icons, Framer Motion animations
• Forms: React Hook Form with validation
• Notifications: React Hot Toast
• State Management: Zustand
• Styling: Tailwind CSS with custom components

📋 Prerequisites

• Node.js 18+
• npm or yarn
• MetaMask or any Web3 wallet
• ThirdWeb account (for client ID)

🚀 Quick Start

1. Clone the Repository

git clone <your-repo-url>
cd fyp

2. Install Dependencies

npm install
# or
yarn install

3. Environment Setup

Create a .env.local file in the root directory:

NEXT_PUBLIC_THIRDWEB_CLIENT_ID=your_thirdweb_client_id
NEXT_PUBLIC_THIRDWEB_SECRET_KEY=your_thirdweb_secret_key

4. Get ThirdWeb Credentials

1. Go to ThirdWeb Dashboard
2. Create a new project
3. Copy your Client ID and Secret Key
4. Add them to your .env.local file

5. Run the Development Server

npm run dev
# or
yarn dev

Open http://localhost:3000 to view the application.

📁 Project Structure

fyp/
├── pages/
│   ├── index.js              # Landing page
│   ├── _app.js               # App wrapper with ThirdWeb provider
│   ├── dashboard.js          # User/Merchant dashboard
│   └── register/
│       ├── user.js           # User registration
│       └── merchant.js       # Merchant registration
├── styles/
│   └── globals.css           # Global styles and Tailwind config
├── public/                   # Static assets
├── package.json              # Dependencies and scripts
└── README.md                 # This file

🔧 Configuration

ThirdWeb Setup

1. Client ID: Required for wallet connection
2. Supported Chains: Currently configured for Ethereum, Polygon, and Mumbai testnet
3. Active Chain: Set to Mumbai testnet for development

Tailwind CSS

The project uses Tailwind CSS v4 with custom components:

• .btn-primary: Primary button styling
• .btn-secondary: Secondary button styling
• .card: Card component styling
• .input-field: Form input styling

🎯 Usage Guide

For Users

1. Connect Wallet: Click "Connect Wallet" on the homepage
2. Register: Choose "For Food Lovers" and complete the registration process
3. Set Preferences: Select your favorite cuisines, dietary restrictions, and preferences
4. Start Reviewing: Browse restaurants and write reviews
5. Earn Badges: Gain NFT badges for consistent reviews

For Merchants

1. Connect Wallet: Click "Connect Wallet" on the homepage
2. Register: Choose "For Restaurants" and complete the merchant registration
3. Add Details: Enter restaurant information, cuisines, and pricing
4. Manage Menu: Add menu items with descriptions and prices
5. Monitor Reviews: View customer feedback and analytics

🔒 Security Features

• Wallet Authentication: Secure blockchain-based identity verification
• World ID Integration: Human verification to prevent bot attacks
• Confidence Scoring: AI-powered review reliability assessment
• Immutable Data: Blockchain storage for review integrity

🚧 Development Roadmap

Phase 1 (Current)

• ✅ User and Merchant Registration
• ✅ Dashboard Implementation
• ✅ Basic Review System
• ✅ Wallet Integration

Phase 2 (Next)

• Smart Contract Development
• NFT Badge System
• Review Voting Algorithm
• World ID Integration

Phase 3 (Future)

• AI Recommendation Engine
• Crypto Payment System
• Advanced Analytics
• Mobile App

🤝 Contributing

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch (git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature)
3. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add amazing feature')
4. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/amazing-feature)
5. Open a Pull Request

📝 License

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

🆘 Support

If you encounter any issues:

1. Check the Issues page
2. Create a new issue with detailed information
3. Contact the development team

🙏 Acknowledgments

• ThirdWeb for blockchain infrastructure
• Next.js for the React framework
• Tailwind CSS for styling
• Lucide for icons

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