Meow - Gamified Pet Feeding Platform

Mockup
HomePage
NGO can upload cat story directly
NGO uploaded cat story
NGO set up fund goal and time frame
NGO finished setting up fund goal and time frame
User will enter the game theme to play with cat
User can choose the cat
User read the real cat story by flipping the card
User can name the cat
User check the cat situation
User play game to choose the food
Cat comment the food
User choose the amount of food and pay with digital wallet
Cat will send thank you gift to user by connecting their email

Inspiration

Are you aware that roughly 6.5 million animals enter shelters every year, but only about 3.2 million find caring homes?

The idea of this project stems from our regular involvement in volunteering for non-profit organizations. Throughout these activities, we frequently encounter cats requiring extensive medical attention. It struck us deeply:

What if there were a means to mobilize more individuals to support these institutions, enabling these cats to receive the heightened care they urgently need?

Our vision is to redefine the pet industry by combining cutting-edge technology, gamification, and the power of cryptocurrencies.

What it does

To address this, imagine if a platform was designed to assist shelters in raising funds. Additionally, users could engage with and support these animals by donating their love and thoughts in a fun and simple manner. This way, individuals could interact with adorable cats or other animals, making a positive impact on their lives. Our demo:

Allows users to create fundraisers
Allows users to provide updates about their pets’ status, health, and recovery process
Allows users to follow their favorite pets and receive personalized content
Allows users to donate ERC20 tokens
Allows users to donate NFTs
Allows users to browse fundraisers and filter them
It gives users a more accurate picture of the impact we can do it together
Users can send or receive tips for their cause
Users can send or receive tips
Fundraises are represented as NFTs
Easily collect accurate information that is available to the public using blockchain technology

How we built it

Meow application makes use of the following software:

We used Chainlink functions and API using the smart contract to get the prize fee of an item menu to feed pets. Chainlink empowered us to dynamically fetch the prize fee for menu items, ensuring a seamless and efficient process for users looking to contribute to feeding pets.
We also used verifiable numbers, employing a randomized selection mechanism for feeding pets with a chosen item. This not only adds an element of excitement but also ensures fairness and unpredictability in the virtual pet care experience.
SepoliaETH Network enables our application to be a scalable platform with fast transactions. We deployed our app on the Sepolia Network. Contract Address: 0x669874c4a8496b7b5bf5ae6cdbc7d55236567957 https://sepolia.etherscan.io/address/0x669874c4a8496b7b5bf5ae6cdbc7d55236567957
'The Graph': we used the Graph for indexing newly created pets, and we significantly improved data retrieval speed, providing users with a more responsive and enjoyable interaction with our platform.
ENS: enables users to effortlessly look up ENS, fetching associated avatars and displaying identifiable addresses. The inclusion of a Blockie image enhances the visual appeal, and users have the convenient option to copy the address with a simple click.
Vercel.com facilitated the process of our software publishing and distribution securely. We are hosting our application code in Vercel. https://meow-oci7fgoi6-electrone901.vercel.app/
IPFS NFTStorage for data storage on IPFS that generates a transaction hash used to create an NFT of a photo.
NFTPort smooths the path of the minting and donating process and eliminates the high transaction fees. Our users will not pay anything for donating NFTs or minting.
Solidity for the smart contract.
OpenZeppelin ERC721 we use the ERC721 template for faster development of our smart contract.
Hardhat for local blockchain development.
React Js, Material-ui, Web3 React Js for the frontend, Material-ui, and Web3 to connect to the blockchain.

Challenges we ran into

In our ambitious pursuit to integrate multiple technologies into our project, we regrettably encountered time constraints that hindered us, particularly in refining the smart contract intricacies and seamlessly incorporating the Chainlink protocols into our application. Despite our efforts, the complexities of these tasks coupled with time limitations led us to prioritize key aspects, leaving some integration objectives pending. We remain committed to revisiting and completing this integration in the future as we strive for a comprehensive and polished solution.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Our MVP Demo stands as a testament to our team's prowess in swiftly delivering a lean product while concurrently gaining valuable insights throughout the development journey. The exceptional skills and compelling ideas within our team consistently attract individuals to engage with our innovative initiatives. We take pride in our ability to not only create impactful solutions but also in the continuous learning journey embedded in our development process.

What we learned

We learned the utilization of Chainlink functions and APIs within our smart contract. Chainlink empowered us to dynamically fetch the prize fee for menu items, ensuring a seamless and efficient process for users looking to contribute to feeding pets.

Moreover, we delved into the realm of verifiable numbers, employing a randomized selection mechanism for feeding pets with a chosen item. This not only adds an element of excitement but also ensures fairness and unpredictability in the virtual pet care experience.

Recognizing the need for speed and a superior user interface, we harnessed the power of The Graph. By indexing newly created pets, we significantly improved data retrieval speed, providing users with a more responsive and enjoyable interaction with our platform.

In our commitment to user-friendly features, we integrated the Ethereum Name Service (ENS). This enables users to effortlessly look up ENS, fetching associated avatars and displaying identifiable addresses. The inclusion of a Blockie image enhances the visual appeal, and users have the convenient option to copy the address with a simple click.

Our journey has uncovered a deep passion for developing innovative products centered around pets and goods. This passion fuels our commitment to continuously refine and elevate the user experience, making each interaction a delightful journey for pet enthusiasts and contributors alike.

What's next for Meow

We would like to:

Enhance interaction between people and cats by incorporating a wider range of animations and multi-effects.
Thoroughly research pertinent laws and regulations to ensure meticulous project implementation.
Conduct visits to additional non-profit organizations to explore iterative plans for improvement.
Explore integrating blockchain or decentralized technologies to enhance transparency and accountability in donations and transactions.
Implement AI-driven features for better matching between real animals and the animation creation process.
Develop a decentralized ecosystem where animal care resources, such as vet services or fostering, can be easily accessed and shared among various animal welfare organizations.