The goal of this project is to develop a cross-platform mobile MVP of Go Together’s parent-facing carpool platform using FlutterFlow, enabling quick user registration, trip creation, and matching functionality. The application will allow parents and caregivers to create school transportation trips, match with others nearby, and receive notifications—all within a clean and intuitive mobile experience.

A key feature is integrating language translation to cater to a diverse user base, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity. While the primary focus is on these core functionalities, there is an opportunity to incorporate AI-powered matching, similar to Go Together's existing web application, as a bonus feature. This project allows learners to apply their knowledge of mobile app development, user interface design, and basic AI integration.

By the end of the project, learners will have contributed to building a usable, testable MVP that supports Go Together’s go-to-market strategy and real-world pilots.

Project Outcomes and Deliverables

Learners will complete the following deliverables:

1. UX Flow Wireframes

• Create wireframes for the end-to-end parent trip flow, including onboarding, trip creation, matching, and messaging.

1. FlutterFlow Mobile App MVP

• Cross-platform mobile app with:
• User registration/login (via Firebase)
• Trip creation module (location, time, mode)
• Trip matching logic (rules-based logic or simplified AI)
• Notification triggers (trip request, acceptance, cancellation)

1. API Integration

• Integrate app with a sample backend or Go Together’s REST endpoints to:
• Fetch/post trip data
• Manage user authentication
• Trigger push/email notifications

1. Testing and QA

• Conduct usability testing with simulated users
• Bug/issue tracking with recommendations

1. Technical Documentation

• Setup instructions, architecture overview, and usage notes for Go Together’s tech team
• Deployment plan for testing and eventual app store submission (if relevant)

1. Presentation or Demo Day Slide Deck

• A 5–7 minute live or recorded demo and summary of the development process, challenges, and recommendations.

Student Learning Outcomes

By completing this capstone project, learners will learn both academic and industry expectations and standards for building in a real-world development environment.

1. Collaborate with an Industry Partner

• Work with Go Together’s product and engineering team on weekly check-ins, practicing agile methodologies, task planning, and stakeholder communication in a real-world environment.

1. Apply Cross-Platform App Development Skills

• Build a mobile app using FlutterFlow (based on Flutter/Dart), gaining practical experience with no-code/low-code tools for rapid development and prototyping.

1. Design and Execute User-Centered UX Flows

• Translate user personas and needs into intuitive mobile flows for onboarding, trip setup, and carpool matching—enhancing their ability to balance user needs with technical constraints.

1. Integrate External APIs

• Connect the app to backend services (e.g., user auth, trip data endpoints) using REST APIs, deepening their understanding of real-world software architecture and data flows.

1. Implement and Test Core App Features

• Deploy and validate features like login, push notifications, and dynamic matching logic, developing debugging, testing, and QA workflows.

1. Deliver a Polished MVP and Project Documentation

• Present a functional mobile MVP along with detailed technical documentation and a final demo—showcasing product thinking, teamwork, and communication skills.