Santulan

Tired of feeling helpless in the face of climate change? Wish you could make a real difference but don't know where to start? Santulan is here to empower YOU, the eco-hero in the making!

Imagine:

• Conquering challenges like a Sustainability
• Putting your AI sidekick to the test
• Joining a vibrant community of changemakers
• Learning something new every day

Santulan is more than just an app; It's a movement.

• Plant the seeds of change
• Cultivate your knowledge
• Grow a supportive network

Acknowledgements

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Authors

• @Prisha
• @Mankirat
• @Navdeep
• @Akshit

API Reference

Get all items

  GET /api/items

Parameter	Type	Description
api_key	string	Required. Your API key

Get item

  GET /api/items/${id}

Parameter	Type	Description
id	string	Required. Id of item to fetch

Environment Variables

To run this project, you will need to add the following environment variables to your .env file

API_KEY

ANOTHER_API_KEY

Feedback

If you have any feedback, please reach out to us at [email protected]

Usage/Examples

import Component from 'my-project'

function App() {
  return <Component />
}

Lessons Learned

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Phase 1: Foundation Building (1-3 months)

Finalize MVP (Minimum Viable Product):

• Prioritize core features like user registration, challenge creation, reward system, and basic social interaction.
• Ensure platform stability and functionality on target devices.

Develop core infrastructure:

• Implement essential backend services like user management, data storage, and API endpoints.
• Establish cloud infrastructure for scalability.

Secure initial funding:

• Apply for grants, pitch to investors, or explore crowdfunding options if needed.

Build brand awareness:

• Create a website and social media presence.
• Participate in relevant events and communities.

Phase 2: Growth and Engagement (3-6 months)

Expand challenge library:

• Offer a diverse range of challenges across various SDGs and difficulty levels.
• Partner with NGOs and organizations for real-world impact opportunities.
• Integrate AI verification for select challenges.

Enhance social features:

• Implement chat, forums, and leaderboards to foster community engagement.
• Develop collaboration features for group challenges.
• Encourage user-generated content (UGC) like challenge ideas and progress updates.

Grow user base:

• Implement user acquisition strategies (marketing, app store optimization).
• Partner with educational institutions and youth organizations.
• Leverage social media influencers and early adopters.

Gather user feedback:

• Conduct surveys, analyze app usage data, and hold focus groups.
• Use feedback to refine features and prioritize future development.

Phase 3: Sustainability and Scaling (6+ months)

Monetization strategy:

• Explore sustainable and ethical monetization options (e.g., premium features, sponsorships).
• Ensure monetization does not compromise user experience or impact mission.

Advanced gamification:

• Introduce new game mechanics and reward systems to maintain user engagement.
• Personalize the experience based on user preferences and progress.

Multilingual support:

• Expand reach by translating the app and content into key languages.

Integrate educational content:

• Partner with educational providers to offer age-appropriate learning materials.
• Align content with school curriculums for wider adoption.

Measure and report impact:

• Track key metrics like user engagement, environmental impact, and educational outcomes.
• Publish reports and share success stories to attract partners and supporters.

Contributing

Contributions are always welcome!

See contributing.md for ways to get started.

Please adhere to this project's code of conduct.

FAQ

What is Santulan?

Santulan is a mobile app that makes sustainability fun and impactful through gamified challenges, real-world action, and a supportive community. We empower young people to learn, act, and make a difference for a greener future.

What kind of challenges can I do?

Santulan offers a variety of exciting challenges across different SDGs, from planting trees and cleaning up plastic to reducing your carbon footprint and advocating for change. New challenges are added regularly, so there's always something new to explore!

How do I know my actions are verified?

Some challenges utilize AI-powered verification to ensure fair competition and track your progress effectively. For other challenges, we rely on the honor system and encourage users to share their experiences in the community.

What can I do in the Skill Share Community?

Connect with other users, chat about sustainability, share your progress, and collaborate on challenges. NGOs and organizations also post projects seeking youth support, allowing you to lend your skills, learn new ones, and earn certificates.

How does Santulan help me learn?

We offer age-appropriate educational materials and assessments aligned with school curriculums, making learning about sustainability fun and engaging. You'll gain valuable knowledge and skills that empower you to make informed choices and take action.

Is Santulan free to use?

Yes, the core features of Santulan are completely free! We strive to make sustainability accessible to everyone.

How can I help support Santulan?

Spread the word about our app among your friends and family! You can also join our community, participate in challenges, and share your feedback. If you're interested in contributing code or partnering with us, please visit our website for more information.

What are your plans for the future?

We're constantly working on adding new features, challenges, and educational content to keep Santulan exciting and impactful. We also plan to expand to new languages and partner with more organizations to create a global movement for sustainable change.

How can I stay up-to-date with Santulan?

Follow us on social media, join our community, and visit our website for the latest news, updates, and events!

Features

• Gamified challenges: Users can participate in a variety of challenges that are designed to be fun and engaging. These challenges can be related to different SDGs, and they can help users learn about sustainability and take action in their own lives.
• Real-world action: Santulan is not just about playing games. The app also connects users to real-world opportunities to take action on sustainability. For example, users can plant trees, clean up their communities, and reduce their carbon footprint.
• Supportive community: Santulan has a built-in community where users can connect with each other, share their experiences, and support each other in their sustainability journeys.
• Educational content: Santulan offers a variety of educational content that can help users learn more about sustainability. This content includes articles, videos, and quizzes.
• Skill Share Community: NGOs and organizations post projects seeking youth support, enabling users to lend skills, learn new ones, and earn certificates.

Support

For support, email [email protected] or Message Us.

Demo

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License

MIT

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Tech Stack

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Running Tests

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  npm run test

Installation

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  npm install my-project
  cd my-project

Run Locally

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  git clone https://link-to-project

Go to the project directory

  cd my-project

Install dependencies

  npm install

Start the server

  npm run start

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Deployment

To deploy this project run

  npm run deploy