EcoQuest

Overview

EcoQuest is a mobile application designed to gamify the process of cleaning up our planet. Using React Native and Firebase, EcoQuest engages users in environmental conservation through a simple, interactive interface. Participants can log litter pickups, complete daily quests, and earn points, contributing to a global effort towards a cleaner earth.

Installation

Get EcoQuest up and running on your local machine for development and testing purposes. Here's how:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/tchan70/EcoQuest

2. Navigate into the project directory:

   cd EcoQuest

3. Install dependencies:

   npm install

   or if you're using Yarn:

   yarn install

4. Set up your Firebase project:

   i. Create a new Firebase project in the Firebase console.

   ii. Create a new firebaseConfig file.

5. Start the development server:

   npx expo start

6. Run the app:

   i. Install the Expo Go app on your iOS or Android device.

   ii. Scan the QR code displayed in the terminal or Expo developer tools with the Expo Go app.

Features

• Log Litter: Users can log the litter they pick up, contributing to their personal and global points and location.
• Daily Quests: Engage with daily quests to earn extra points and badges.
• Leaderboards: View your all-time ranking or daily ranking.
• Customize Profile: Personalize your EcoQuest experience with profile customizations.
• Map: Users can see a heatmap of places where people have been picking up the most litter.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: React Native for cross-platform mobile app development.
• Maps: React-Native-Maps for integrating map functionality.
• Navigation: React Navigation for routing and navigation.
• Backend: Firebase Realtime Database for storing data; Firebase Authentication for user management.
• Deployment: Expo Go for testing and deployment.