AbrahamBonke/SKILLSWAP-AFRICA

A peer-to-peer skill exchange platform with WebRTC video calling # SkillSwap Africa **A peer-to-peer skill exchange platform empowering communities through affordable skill-sharing.** skillswapafrica.onrender.com click here for a live demo [wait for some minutes for it to boot up] --- ## Overview SkillSwap Africa is a production-ready web application that enables users to exchange skills without monetary transactions. Using an in-app credit system, users teach skills they excel at and learn skills they want to master—creating a sustainable, community-driven learning ecosystem. The platform combines browser-based virtual learning (WebRTC with video and screen sharing) with physical meetups in pre-approved locations, ensuring trust and accessibility across devices. ## Core Features - **User Authentication**: Secure email-based registration with verification - **Skill Management**: List skills you teach and skills you want to learn - **Smart Matching**: Intelligent algorithm matches users based on mutual skills - **Virtual Sessions**: Real-time peer-to-peer video calls with screen sharing (WebRTC) - **Physical Sessions**: Safe meetup locations with QR code verification - **Credit System**: +1 credit for teaching, -1 for learning; real-time balance tracking - **Reviews & Reputation**: Build trust through ratings and user verification - **Responsive Design**: Works seamlessly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices ## Technology Stack | Layer | Technology | Purpose | |-------|-----------|---------| | Frontend | React 18 + Vite | Modern, fast UI development | | Styling | Tailwind CSS | Utility-first responsive design | | State Management | Zustand | Lightweight state management | | Real-time Communication | WebRTC | Peer-to-peer video calls | | Backend Database | Firebase Firestore | Serverless real-time database | | Authentication | Firebase Auth | Secure user authentication | | Deployment | Netlify/Vercel | Frontend hosting | ## Getting Started ### Prerequisites - Node.js v16+ and npm v7+ - Modern web browser (Chro …