👮‍♂️ CopConnect – A Police-Citizen Collaboration Platform

CopConnect is a digital bridge built to enhance communication, trust, and transparency between citizens and the police. This platform empowers both sides with dedicated dashboards, ensuring quick access to information, secure communication, and seamless collaboration – all to foster safer and smarter communities.

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🛡️ Key Features

• 📝 Complaint Management
  File and track complaints digitally with the option for anonymous reporting.

• 🔐 Secure Evidence Upload
  Upload and store digital evidence with complete confidentiality.

• 🧾 Official Report Access
  Easily download verified police reports directly from your dashboard.

• 📍 Live Tracking
  Receive real-time updates on your complaint status and police tips.

• 🗺️ Map Integration
  Locate nearby police stations through an interactive map.

• 🚨 Anonymous Dashboard
  Report suspicious activity without revealing your identity.

• 🤝 Community Help Section
  Access live chat, safety tips, and real-time updates from officers and fellow citizens.

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🚀 Tech Stack

🔧 Frontend

• Next.js
• React 19
• Tailwind CSS
• Framer Motion
• ShadCN UI
• React Leaflet + Leaflet
• Socket.IO Client
• html2pdf.js
• React Webcam

🧠 Backend

• Node.js
• Express
• Socket.IO
• Cloudinary + Multer

Database:

• MongoDB

Authentication:

• JWT
• Bcrypt.js

Other:

• Google Maps API
• WebSockets

Issues: Beginner to intermediate level: The Maps API is not as effective as it should be; it does not display the live locations of the stations accurately on a map.Adding to this, an attractive map interface, which also points out the stations.