Bond App Development

Overview

Bond is a social meeting application designed to connect users based on compatibility, shared interests, and real-time availability. The app facilitates meaningful in-person connections through a token-based incentive system and NFC verification.

Core Features

• User Authentication: Secure login with email/password and social login options
• User Profiles: Customizable profiles with interests and availability settings
• Discovery: Find compatible users nearby using location services
• Connections: Send and manage connection requests
• Meetings: Schedule and coordinate in-person meetings
• NFC Verification: Verify meetings happened in person
• Token Economy: Earn tokens for verified meetings
• Donor Subscriptions: Premium features for subscribers

Architecture

Bond uses a layered architecture with BLoC pattern for state management:

Folder Structure

The project follows a feature-first folder structure:

Data Models

The app uses the following data models:

Implementation Phases

The development plan is divided into five phases:

1. Core Foundation & Authentication (3 Months)
2. Discovery, Connections & Basic Meetings (2 Months)
3. Enhanced Features & Messaging (2 Months)
4. Premium Features & Refinement (2 Months)
5. Testing, Launch Prep & Release (1 Month)

Getting Started

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/bigpoppa808/bond-app-development.git

2. Install dependencies

   flutter pub get

3. Set up Firebase

   • Create a new Firebase project
   • Add your app to the Firebase project
   • Download and add the configuration files
   • Enable required Firebase services (Auth, Firestore, Functions, Storage)

4. Run the app

   flutter run

Documentation

For detailed information, refer to the following documentation:

• Development Plan - Implementation details and timeline
• Project Requirements - Business goals and functional requirements
• App Flow - User journeys and screen transitions
• Tech Stack - Technologies and frameworks
• Backend Structure - Firebase setup and database design
• Frontend Guidelines - UI/UX principles and component guides

Wireframes

The wireframes directory contains React component wireframes for key screens:

• Home/Events Screen
• See & Meet Screen
• Connection Flow
• NFC Verification
• User Profiles

License

This project is proprietary and confidential.