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ELocate ♻️ | Premier E-waste Facility Locator & Recycling Platform

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Status: Active Hackathon: i-nnovate 2023 Award: 2nd Runner Up

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🏆 Award-Winning Innovation

Team Spam Byte from Deogiri Institute of Engineering And Management Studies, Chh. Sambhajinagar proudly secured the Second Runner Up position and a ₹30,000 prize at the i-nnovate Hackathon 2023 organized by Intelliswift Software Pvt. Ltd at Symbiosis International University.

📝 Project Overview

ELocate is a cutting-edge platform engineered to combat the escalating e-waste crisis by creating seamless connections between users and certified e-waste disposal facilities. Our comprehensive solution leverages advanced technology to promote environmental sustainability and responsible electronics lifecycle management.

🎬 Introduction Video

Watch our detailed introduction to ELocate

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Experience our platform in action: ELocate ♻️

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Platform Demo

See our prototype in action: Comprehensive Video Demonstration

✨ Key Features

  • Advanced Facility Locator: Instantly locate the nearest certified e-waste collection centers
  • Interactive User Dashboard: Monitor your recycling history and visualize your environmental impact
  • Comprehensive Educational Resources: Access expert insights on e-waste management and sustainable practices
  • Innovative Reward System: Receive tangible incentives for responsible e-waste disposal
  • Official Certification: Obtain validated documentation for corporate e-waste compliance
  • Fully Responsive Design: Seamless experience across all devices and screen sizes

🛠️ Technology Stack

  • Frontend: Next.js, React, TailwindCSS
  • Backend: Node.js, Express
  • Database: MongoDB
  • Authentication: JWT, OAuth
  • Maps Integration: Leaflet/MapBox
  • Deployment: Vercel/Netlify

🚀 Getting Started

Prerequisites

  • Node.js (v14 or higher)
  • npm or yarn
  • MongoDB connection

Installation

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/elocate.git

# Navigate to project directory
cd elocate

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Set up environment variables
cp .env.example .env
# Configure your .env file with required credentials

# Start development server
npm run dev

📊 Innovation & Learning

Through the development of ELocate, our team mastered:

  • Sophisticated geolocation API implementation
  • Sustainable technology development practices
  • Advanced full-stack application architecture
  • User-centered design principles and UX optimization
  • Real-time data visualization techniques
  • Cross-platform responsive development strategies

🔮 Future Expansion Roadmap

  • Native Mobile Applications: Dedicated Android and iOS apps for enhanced accessibility
  • Enterprise Integration: Tailored solutions for corporate entities and large organizations
  • IoT Ecosystem: Smart collection bins with real-time tracking and analytics
  • Community Platform: Collaborative network for environmentally conscious individuals
  • Global Coverage: Strategic expansion to additional regions and international markets
  • AI-Powered Recommendations: Personalized recycling suggestions based on user behavior

👥 Meet Our Innovators

  • Krishna Dnyaneshwar Aute - [Krishna]
  • Shubham Vishnu Pitekar - Shuence
  • Dayeeta Chakravorty - [Dayeeta]
  • Samruddhi Shirish Giri - [Samruddhi]
  • Siddhi Sudhakar Tribhuwan - [Siddhi]

📄 License

This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 - see the LICENSE file for details.


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Engineered with 💚 by Team Spam Byte | Pioneering Sustainable Technology Solutions

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