🚀 Traverse: Tinder-Like Itinerary Planner

Traverse is a full-stack web application that helps users plan itineraries in NYC using a Tinder-like swiping interface. Users can swipe on businesses, save preferred locations, and generate personalized travel plans.

📌 Features

• Dynamic Swiping UI – Users swipe to like/dislike businesses.
• Personalized Itineraries – Stores user-selected locations in lists.
• Google OAuth Authentication – Secure login and user management.
• Weather & Location-Based Enhancements – Integrated external APIs for better recommendations.
• Cloud Deployment – Services hosted on Google Cloud for scalability.

🏗️ Tech Stack

🌐 Frontend

• Next.js – React-based framework for SSR & fast performance.
• Tailwind CSS – Utility-first styling for a sleek UI.

⚙️ Backend

• FastAPI – High-performance Python framework for microservices.
• Microservices Architecture – Separate services for users, lists, and businesses.

🗄️ Database

• MySQL – Stores users, lists, and business data.

☁️ Cloud & APIs

• Google Cloud – Deployment & infrastructure.
• OpenWeather API – Fetches real-time weather data.
• OpenStreetMap API – Location-based recommendations.