Full-stack capstone projects full-time batch #29

Throughout a rigorous three-month journey, the students of Batch 29 have demonstrated exceptional dedication, creativity, and technical prowess in their coding endeavors. As part of their capstone projects, these Full-Stack students had just three weeks to design, develop, and deploy fully functional applications that address real-world challenges.

The results are nothing short of impressive. These projects not only showcase the students' technical skills but also their ability to solve pressing problems with innovative solutions. Here, we proudly present the capstone projects of Batch 29: PocketMind, a smart expense tracker for individuals and businesses, and Nomadly, a platform dedicated to supporting the global digital nomad community.
 

PocketMind

The challenge: managing personal finance

Tracking and managing expenses remains a daunting task for individuals and small businesses. Common hurdles include:

• Time-Consuming Processes: Manual entry is inefficient and prone to errors.
• Data Extraction Hassles: Parsing receipts and invoices can be tedious.
• Complex Spending Analysis: Identifying patterns requires advanced tools.
• Forecasting Difficulties: Predicting future expenses is often inaccurate.
• Poor Categorization: Mismanaged records complicate tax reporting.
• Lack of Real-Time Insights: Delayed data limits proactive financial decisions.
• Subscription Management Challenges: Tracking recurring payments is cumbersome.

 

PocketMind: The AI-powered solution

PocketMind transforms expense tracking with cutting-edge AI and user-centric features.

Key benefits:

• Effortless expense entry: Input expenses via voice commands, receipt scanning, or manual entry.
• Smart categorization: AI-driven classification with customizable categories.
• Personalized insights: Real-time analytics and actionable recommendations.
• Voice interaction: Use natural language to query expense data.
• Visual reports: Interactive graphs and breakdowns for better tracking.
• Budget management: Real-time updates for category-specific budgets.

Product overview

PocketMind is a mobile-first web application designed to make financial management simple and intuitive. It leverages advanced AI to offer real-time insights, reduce manual effort, and enable smarter financial decisions.

Features at a glance:

• Versatile expense entry: Seamlessly add expenses via voice, manual input, or automated receipt scanning.
• AI-driven categorization: Accurate classification of expenses with the option to customize.
• Interactive visual analytics: Intuitive graphs highlight spending trends.
• Natural language interaction: Get quick answers to financial queries using conversational AI.
• Budget tracking: Monitor spending limits with real-time updates.
• Recurring expense management: Stay on top of subscriptions and regular payments.

 

Tech Stack:

• Frontend: React, Redux, JavaScript
• Backend: Python, Django, Django REST Framework
• Database: PostgreSQL
• Deployment: Docker, DigitalOcean
• CI/CD: GitLab CI/CD
• AI Models: Open-source integration via Groq
• Data Visualization: Recharts

 

Future innovations

• We are committed to continuous improvement. Upcoming features include:
• Advanced AI Forecasting: Predict future expenses with greater precision.
• Deeper Analytics: Gain granular insights into spending habits.
• Enhanced Data Export: Flexible formats for financial planning.
• Natural Language Advancements: More intuitive voice interactions.
• Improved Receipt Processing: Boosted accuracy and efficiency.

 

Why PocketMind?

PocketMind is more than just an expense tracker; it’s your personal financial assistant. By combining intuitive design with powerful AI, it simplifies the complexities of money management, enabling users to make smarter, data-driven decisions. Whether you're an individual looking to manage personal expenses or a small business owner optimizing cash flow, PocketMind is the future of financial management.
Take control of your finances today with PocketMind!

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Nomadly

The challenge: empowering digital nomads

As remote work reshapes global lifestyles, digital nomads encounter persistent challenges in finding reliable accommodations that support their work and travel needs:

• Trust and Verification Issues: Traditional rental platforms lack robust systems for verifying digital nomads’ employment and income stability, creating mistrust between tenants and property owners.
• Inadequate Workspaces: Properties often fail to meet the demands of remote work, such as reliable internet, ergonomic furniture, and power backups.
• Complex Documentation Management: Navigating work permits, rental agreements, and other legal documents across jurisdictions is cumbersome and error-prone.
• Lack of Standardization: No universal benchmarks exist to ensure properties meet remote work requirements, leading to inconsistent experiences.
• Fragmented Booking Processes: Disconnected systems for verification, booking, and payments complicate the rental experience for both nomads and property owners.

 

Nomadly: The comprehensive solution

Nomadly transforms the digital nomad experience by offering a secure, seamless, and fully integrated platform designed to address these challenges.


 

Key solutions:

• Digital Identity Verification
• Comprehensive verification for tenants and property owners
• Standardized and secure document submission
• Annual re-verification for trust and integrity
• Workspace Standards
• Mandatory high-speed internet (>100Mbps)
• Ergonomic furniture and dedicated workspaces
• Backup systems for power and internet
• Automated Documentation
• Digitized contracts with e-signature integration
• Automated invoice generation
• Secure storage and easy retrieval of documents
• Integrated Property Management
• Real-time booking availability and payment systems
• Automated maintenance requests
• Analytics and performance metrics for property owners

Product overview

Nomadly is more than a rental platform—it’s a community-driven ecosystem for digital nomads and property owners. It provides the tools, verification, and standards needed to ensure smooth, productive, and enjoyable global living.

For digital nomads:

• Hassle-free, annual verification for seamless access to trusted properties
• Work-ready accommodations equipped with essential remote work amenities
• Flexible booking options for stays between 1 to 3 months
• Interactive world maps to track travels and plan dream destinations
• Centralized document management for stress-free legal compliance
• 24/7 support via an AI-powered chatbot

 

For property owners:

• Access to a verified pool of professional tenants
• Standardized property requirements to meet remote work demands
• Automated contract, booking, and payment handling
• Performance analytics for informed decision-making
• Secure, direct communication with tenants
• Nomadly bridges the gap between digital nomads’ evolving needs and property owners’ expectations, creating a trusted, standardized, and efficient rental experience.

Technical features

Nomadly incorporates cutting-edge technology to enhance user experience and streamline operations:

• Dynamic Contract & Invoice Generation: Predefined templates enable seamless creation of legally binding documents.
• Secure E-Signature Integration: Adobe Sign ensures contracts are completed with legal compliance.
• Verified Members & Properties: Verified status badges build trust within the community.
• Review System: Transparent feedback is allowed only for completed stays.
• Interactive World Map: Visualize visited and desired destinations dynamically.
• Property Booking Calendar: Simplifies scheduling and occupancy management for property owners.
• AI-Powered Chatbot: Provides instant answers and assistance for both nomads and owners.
• Analytics Dashboard: Offers insights into revenue, booking trends, and guest demographics.

Tech stack

Nomadly is built with modern, scalable technologies to ensure performance and reliability:

• Frontend: React, Redux, JavaScript
• Backend: Python, Django, Django REST Framework
• Database: PostgreSQL
• Deployment: Docker, DigitalOcean
• CI/CD: GitLab CI/CD

Future innovations

Nomadly is committed to ongoing development and community growth:

• Enhanced Chatbot: Transitioning the current FAQ assistant into a personalized digital guide for destination recommendations.
• AI-Powered Verification: Automating document checks for faster, more accurate verification.
• Community Features:
• A shared calendar for networking events and meetups
• Skill-sharing marketplace to connect and collaborate
• Local meetups for deeper connections in specific regions
• A centralized knowledge base for destination insights

 

Why choose Nomadly?

Nomadly redefines global living for digital nomads, offering trust, convenience, and consistency through advanced verification, standardized workspaces, and automation. By addressing the unique needs of remote workers and property owners, Nomadly fosters a vibrant, supportive community.

Experience a world without borders, where remote work meets seamless living. Choose Nomadly as your gateway to global living.

A testament to hard work and ingenuity

The capstone projects of Batch 29—PocketMind and Nomadly—stand as a testament to the student's ability to combine technical skills with creativity and real-world problem-solving. These students have achieved remarkable results over three months of intensive learning and just three weeks of focused project development, proving their readiness to make an impact in the tech world.

We celebrate their dedication and vision as they prepare to step into their professional journeys. Congratulations to Batch 29 on their incredible accomplishments, and here's to their bright futures in tech!