rizzsumo

✨ Inspiration

Meeting new people and building a social life is often more complex than it seems. The rise in remote work and shifting social dynamics has led to a silent epidemic of loneliness. Studies suggest that meaningful engagement in hobbies and social connections can significantly enhance one’s sense of purpose and well-being. However, many find it challenging to step out of their routines, explore new interests, or even know where to begin the journey towards an enriching hobby or finding like-minded companions.

Navigating new friendships and hobbies can be daunting. Just like a meticulous friend who plans every detail of a group outing, Rizzsumo aims to eliminate the guesswork and effort involved in these personal explorations.

✏️ What it does

Rizzsumo is your companion in the adventure of life, bringing a world of hobbies, skills, and friendships in front of you. We’re a platform where users like you meet together to discover new passions and bond over shared interests. By answering a simple set of questions about your interests and availability, Rizzsumo crafts a personalized journey through various classes, workshops, and social experiences.

Whether it's handcrafting pottery, coding a new app, culinary adventures, or a yoga session, Rizzsumo connects you with local aficionados and businesses eager to share their expertise. With a flexible class-pass-like system, Rizzsumo caters to those looking for a no-strings-attached experience and those seeking a deeper dive into a skill path, recommended by AI and community insights.

The main mission of RizzSumo is to facilitate the creation of friendships, bolster local businesses, and aid individuals in developing hobbies that bring joy and a sense of purpose to their lives. It’s about making the most of your free time by turning it into a pathway for growth, connection, and community engagement.

🙉 Challenges we ran into

Git was a challenge as it was the first time for some of us to collaborate using version control.
CSS was hard too.

👍 What We Learned

React DOM
CSS skills

👋 What's next for rizzsumo

Rizzsumo could focus on enhancing its accessibility features to make the platform more inclusive and user-friendly. This could involve adding alternative text for images, allowing better navigation for users who rely on screen readers or have visual impairments.

Features we would consider in the future: