TradeConnect Development

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Project Title:
Development of TradeConnect – A Marketplace Platform for Verified Tradespeople

Project Description:
TradeConnect is a two-sided service platform designed to connect homeowners with thoroughly vetted tradespeople for maintenance, repairs, and construction services. The platform will launch in Sydney and scale nationally. Its mission is to provide a trusted, efficient, and tech-driven solution to the fragmented home service market.

We are seeking a highly experienced full-stack team or developer to build a web and mobile app (iOS + Android) MVP that integrates smart booking logic, trust mechanisms, and a frictionless payment system.

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Core Features Required:
1. User Accounts & Roles:
• Homeowners: Post jobs, manage bookings, rate trades
• Tradespeople: Receive leads, manage availability, send quotes
• Admin panel: Manage disputes, user onboarding, content moderation
2. Trust & Security Tools:
• Background checks verified via integration with Fair Trading or similar authority
• Assigned “Reputation Score” upon onboarding
• Review & rating system after job completion
3. Smart Booking System:
• Homeowners use a shared in-app calendar to indicate when work can start
• AI filters and matches based on availability, trade type, rating, location
• Option for inspection bookings if the problem is unclear (tradie inspects, adds findings in-app, then quotes)
4. Quoting & Payment:
• Editable quotes based on AI-generated price benchmarks
• Escrow system that holds funds until both parties confirm job completion
• Secure Stripe (or similar) payment gateway
5. Additional Tools:
• Variation management (update quote in-app with homeowner approval)
• Multi-trade coordination (ideal for builders or complex jobs)
• The TradeConnect Fund: Platform-backed guarantee for disputed or incomplete jobs

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Technical Requirements:
• React Native or Flutter for mobile
• Node.js / Firebase / AWS backend preferred
• Scalable database structure (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
• Stripe or equivalent secure payment integration
• Admin dashboard with full CRUD capabilities
• Strong understanding of platform security

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Deliverables:
• Fully functioning MVP (Web + iOS + Android)
• UX/UI mockups for key screens
• Admin dashboard
• Technical documentation & API architecture
• Source code with deployment guide

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Ideal Freelancer / Team:
• Proven experience in marketplace or gig-economy app development
• Experience integrating third-party background check APIs
• Familiarity with AI or algorithmic matchmaking logic
• Strong portfolio of scalable, secure applications

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Timeline & Budget:
• MVP delivery by December 2025
• Budget flexible for the right team – prefer milestone-based progress

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