🏪 Student BizDir - Campus Business Directory
A web platform that connects students with student-run businesses on campus. Find skincare products, food services, tech repairs, and more - all run by your fellow students!
📋 The Problem
Students on campus run small businesses but struggle to reach their target audience (other students). Currently, they rely on:
*WhatsApp status updates that get lost
*Posters on notice boards that get torn down
*Word of mouth with limited reach
Student BizDir solves this by creating a centralized, searchable directory of all student businesses.
✨ Features
*🔍 Search businesses by name, category, or description *🏷️ Filter by category (Food, Tech, Beauty, Services, etc.)📱 Mobile-responsive design - works on phones and laptops *📞 One-click contact via WhatsApp integration *📝 Business registration form for new vendors
🚀 Getting Started
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Installation Install the required Python packages: pip install -r requirements.txt
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How to RunStart the development server: python app.py Then visit: http://127.0.0.1:5000
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Setup DataTo fill the directory with the initial 48 businesses, run this once after the app starts: python seed_data.py
🛠️ Admin PanelAccess the approval dashboard here: http://127.0.0.1:5000/admin
📊 Project Status Current Phase: Phase 1 — Prototype Fixes & Stabilization.
👥 The Team Member 1: Frontend Developer Member 2: Backend Developer Member 3: Integrations & Testing Lead Member 4: UI/UX Support