Won the best hack using Taipy's Python web development framework at the University of Pennsylvania's Penn Apps. A colligate level, invite-only hackathon with a sub 30% acceptance rate. Over 350 students from all over the world competed at PennApps XXIV.
BrokeMeNot.us is a web application conceived by visionary high school seniors eager to simplify the financial maze of college. Designed as a comprehensive platform, it offers students the ability to connect or establish a Capital One account, monitor transactions, and manage their budgets effectively. Beyond mere financial tracking, the platform educates users with financial literacy articles and blogs, and aids in finding the most suitable student loans. Built with the innovative Taipy framework and enriched with APIs like Twilio and Capital One, it promises an elegant user experience. As the creators look ahead, they envision integrating AI-driven chatbots and personalized financial recommendations, making it an indispensable tool for college-bound students.
- Budgeting Tools:
- Comprehensive tools to help students manage and track their finances.
- Financial Literacy Courses/Blogs:
- Educational content to enhance students' financial knowledge.
- Bank Account Management:
- Seamlessly connect or create a Capital One account via the Nessie API.
- View Financial Details:
- Access balance, transactions, and bills to monitor financial activities.
- Budgeting System:
- Track expenditure and ensure alignment with a predetermined budget.
- Student Loan Management/Acquisition System:
- A unique tool that aids students in finding the best student loans based on their financial information.
- Connection with Capital One:
- While Capital One provides an in-built loan option, students can explore other financial aid methods.
- Integration with Twilio and Capital One APIs:
- Powerful third-party integrations to enhance functionality.
- Embedded Google Suite Products:
- Integration of Google Suite products for an enhanced user experience.
- Taipy Framework for Development:
- Both frontend and backend built using the Taipy framework, enabling full-stack web development solely in Python.
- Domain with GoDaddy:
- A user-friendly domain making the website accessible globally.
- Future Enhancements:
- Transition away from embedded Google Suite products for a more interactive experience.
- Incorporation of an AI Chatbot to assist students in finding resources.
- AI-generated personal financial recommendations tailored to individual students' financial situations.
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Install modules with pip
pip install twilio
pip install requests
pip install bcryptMirroing Local Host to URL Using Ngrok
python app.py
ngrok http 5000