Laurier Computing Society Hackathon Submission.
Built with love for the enviroment, by The Goofy Goobers: William Burbank & Olivia Brozy
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Hackathon Context:
This project was built for the Laurier Computing Society Hackathon with a focus on: • Practical climate awareness • Clean iOS design • Scalable feature ideas
Notes for Reviewers:
• Missing files are intentional due to GitHub limitations
• Core functionality and architecture are fully implemented
• App is designed to scale with cloud-based assets in production
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Overview:
ClimatePro is an iOS app designed to help users learn, track, and improve their environmental impact through education, habit-building, and interactive tools.
The app combines: • Awareness (carbon footprint education) • Short-form learning videos • Waste sorting assistance • Engagement through gamified features
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Features: • Video Learning • Bite-sized lessons on sustainability and climate topics • Waste Scanner • Helps classify items into recycling, compost, or garbage • AI Integration • Uses OpenAI to provide insights and assistance • Progress Tracking • Encourages sustainable habits over time • Social / Competitive Elements • Inspired by gamified learning (like Duolingo-style engagement)
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Due to GitHub restrictions and security best practices, some files are intentionally not included in this repository:
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Missing Video Files (.mp4):
Video lessons are not included because: • GitHub limits file sizes (100MB max) • Large media files are not suitable for standard repositories
To run the app fully, add your own .mp4 files to:
ClimatePro/Resources/ClimatePro External MP4s/
MAKE SURE THE FILE NAMES MATCH!!!
lesson1.mp4 lesson2.mp4 lesson3.mp4 lesson4.mp4 lesson5.mp4 lesson6.mp4
Missing API Key:
The OpenAI API key has been removed because: • GitHub blocks exposed secrets • Public keys can be abused
To enable AI features:
Open: ClimatePro/Services/OpenAIService.swift
Replace with your own key: let apiKey = "YOUR_API_KEY_HERE"
Requirements: • Xcode 26 • iOS 26.4+ • macOS compatible with Xcode 26
Tech Stack: • Swift (UIKit) • AVKit / AVFoundation (video playback) • OpenAI API • Apple native frameworks • HealthKit
Future Improvements: • Cloud-hosted video streaming (instead of local files) • User accounts + persistent progress • Real-time carbon tracking integrations • Expanded AI coaching features • Social leaderboards
