pipapalctf/pipapal.app

PipaPal is a tech-enabled waste management platform that helps communities schedule waste pickup, access eco-tips, and locate recycling centers while promoting responsible waste management and climate action in Kenya. # Waste Wise (PipaPal) - Waste Management Platform A comprehensive waste management platform built for Kenya that connects households, waste collectors, recyclers, and organizations through a modern web application. The platform facilitates waste collection scheduling, recycling coordination, and environmental impact tracking. ## Features ### Core Functionality - **Waste Collection Scheduling** - Households can easily schedule waste pickup requests with flexible timing options - **Real-time Status Updates** - Live tracking of collection status via WebSocket notifications - **Environmental Impact Tracking** - Automatic calculation and display of metrics like CO2 reduction, water saved, and trees equivalent - **AI-Powered Eco-Tips** - Personalized sustainability tips generated using AI - **Recycling Center Directory** - Browse and locate recycling facilities with interactive Leaflet maps - **In-App Messaging** - Real-time chat system between all user types ### Multi-Role System - **Households** - Schedule pickups, track environmental impact, view recycling centers - **Collectors** - Accept collection jobs, manage routes, communicate with customers - **Recyclers** - Browse available materials from completed collections, express interest - **Organizations** - Bulk waste management, organizational reporting - **Admins** - Platform management and oversight ### Gamification - **Sustainability Score** - Track your eco-friendly actions - **Achievement Badges** - Earn badges like Eco Starter, Water Saver, Energy Pro, Recycling Champion - **Activity Points** - Gain points for positive environmental actions ## Tech Stack ### Frontend - **React 18** with Vite for fast development and hot reload - **TypeScript** for type safety - **Tailwind CSS** with custom theming - **shadcn/ui** (Radix UI) for accessible component primitives - **TanStack Query** for server state management - **Wouter** for lightweight client-side routing - **Framer Motion** for animations - **Recharts** …