Connect is not just another dating app — it’s an intelligent, culturally-aware matchmaking platform designed specifically for the Indian audience. Built using React Native Expo for a seamless mobile experience and powered by a robust Node.js + Express + MongoDB backend, Connect also integrates Machine Learning to offer deeper, more meaningful matches.

📷 UI Screenshots

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🔧 Technology Stack

Layer Technology Used
Frontend React Native (Expo)
Backend Node.js, Express.js
Database MongoDB (using Prisma ORM)
Authentication JWT + Passport.js
AI/ML Custom matchmaking algorithm (based on user behavior & preferences)

🌟 What Makes "Connect" Special?

  1. 🇮🇳 Made for India, by India

    Connect is designed with Indian values, preferences, and cultural nuances in mind. Whether you're from a metro city or a small town, the app adapts to user expectations while promoting respectful and genuine conversations.

  2. 🤖 AI-Powered Matchmaking

    At the core of Connect is a machine learning engine that learns from:

    This system improves with time, helping users get more compatible and meaningful matches.

  3. 📱 Smooth Mobile Experience

    Using React Native with Expo, Connect delivers a fast, responsive, and consistent user interface across both Android and iOS devices — ideal for rapid iteration and updates.

  4. 🔒 Secure & Scalable Backend

    The backend uses RESTful APIs built with Node.js and Express, connected to a MongoDB database via Prisma for fast queries and clean schema management.

    Authentication is handled with JWT + Passport.js, ensuring data privacy and session safety.

💡 Core Features