Where’s the beans? Idea to App in 40 hours with Expo and Firebase

Hunter, a mechanical engineer turned software developer, shares his journey of participating in the #notJustHack2024 hackathon, where he created a coffee shop app within a month. Inspired by his and his wife's love for local coffee shops and the limitations of Google Maps, he designed an app using the Google Places API to provide accurate coffee shop recommendations. The app also features a unique National Park Stamp book to enhance user engagement. Utilizing a tech stack including Expo, Firebase, and the DALL-e-2 API, Hunter developed the app with a focus on quick deployment to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. He emphasizes the importance of efficient app development processes, such as selecting and prioritizing features, choosing a distinctive name, designing an appealing icon, and utilizing EAS Updates for rapid iterations and app store submissions. Throughout the development process, Hunter relied on AI tools and detailed API documentation to overcome challenges, demonstrating a practical approach to building and launching an app under tight deadlines.

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