Inspiration
Growing up, our parents played a huge role in managing finances—they set budgets, tracked expenses, and ensured financial stability. But as we step into independence, that structured guidance fades, leaving many struggling to navigate personal finance alone. Findaddy was built to bridge this gap, offering personalized financial insights, automated tracking, and real-time advice, just like the support system we had at home.
What it does
FinDaddy is your friendly, all-in-one budgeting parent designed to make managing money feel effortless and fun! With FinDaddy, you can quickly log your monthly income, set spending goals, and categorize every expense—from groceries to online shopping—all in one streamlined dashboard. Engaging visuals like bar charts and pie charts help you see exactly where your money goes, while FinDaddy’s playful yet practical advice keeps you on track to hit your financial targets. Whether you’re new to budgeting or a pro at crunching numbers, FinDaddy makes it simple to save more, spend smarter, and invest in the things you truly care about. This is your one-stop solution for financial clarity.
How we built it
Python & CSS for core functionality and styling. API Integrations to enhance automation and financial guidance. Dash Library for interactive dashboards. Plotly library for graphical representation. Caffeinated Coding Sessions to bring it all together.
Challenges we ran into
Front-End Complexity – Crafting a user-friendly and responsive interface. Database Integration – Ensuring seamless interaction between front-end and MongoDB. Bank Integration (Plaid API) – Overcoming cost barriers for real-time financial tracking. Deployement- Domain.tech was not working
Accomplishments that we're proud of
Built a fully functional financial assistant that provides real-time insights and advice. Successfully integrated Gemini-API to enhance AI-driven financial recommendations. Designed an interactive dashboard using Dash library for clear financial visualization. Developed a smooth front-end by converting Figma designs into CSS. Overcame accessibility challenges by running the project locally despite domain issues.
What we learned
Throughout development, we explored: API Integration & Automation – Leveraging Gemini-API Graphical Data Representation – Using Dash library for intuitive financial visuals. Front-End Development – Converting Figma designs to CSS for a smooth user experience. Database Management – Implementing MongoDB for secure financial data storage. Python Proficiency
What's next for FinDaddy
Expand banking integration for real-time tracking. Integrate a receipt and invoice scanner
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