Flockr set out to change the way friends connect and spend time together. We helped them design a fun, intuitive app that lets users share when they’re free, see who’s available, and arrange spontaneous meetups — quick, simple, and stress-free.
The result?
A social app that makes it easy for friends to connect and meet up in real time.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Flockr is a mobile app designed to make it easier for young people to connect with friends based on real-time availability. Acting as a smart social tool, it removes the friction of planning hangouts by allowing users to see who’s free, suggest meetups, and flock together instantly. The app bridges the gap between online connections and in-person interactions with a simple, intuitive interface.
Client’s Request /
Problem Statement
The client envisioned an app that would help younger audiences overcome the hassle of coordinating social plans. Most existing apps focus on messaging or event planning but lack spontaneity and real-time insights. The challenge was to create a platform where:
- Users could easily broadcast when they’re free.
- Friends could instantly see who’s available and nearby.
- Meetups could be suggested and confirmed without endless back-and-forth messaging.
The solution needed to be sleek, lightweight, and engaging enough to stand out in a crowded social app space.
Goals & Objectives
- Instant Connections:
Enable users to quickly see which friends are available. - Seamless Meetups:
Suggest and confirm plans without complex scheduling. - Youth-Centered Design:
Create a fun, vibrant, and intuitive interface for Gen Z and Millennials - Community Building:
Encourage more offline interaction among friend groups. - Scalable Features:
Lay the foundation for future updates like group flocking, location-based suggestions, and integrations.
Key Features Delivered
- Availability status updates (“I’m free now” button).
- Real-time friend availability dashboard.
- Quick meetup suggestions with one-tap confirmations.
- Push notifications for instant invites.
- Playful UI with animations to boost engagement.
- Secure user authentication and profile setup.
Technologies Used
ReactNative • NodeJS – Express • Firebase • MongoDB • Aws S3 • SocketIO • Docker • Nginx • Jenkins • Hetzner Server • Android Studio • XCode • Google Maps API
