Map-based event discovery meets community chat - Connecting India through events and conversations
EventHive is the first-of-its-kind platform that combines interactive map-based event discovery with real-time community chat, designed specifically for India. We're building bridges between local communities and creating connections across the nation through immersive event experiences.
- Interactive Map Discovery - Explore events visually on an intuitive map interface with location-based recommendations
- Multi-Layered Chat System - Event-specific chats, city groups, global India conversations with anonymity options
- Complete Event Lifecycle - From discovery to after-event connections, we keep communities engaged
- Community-Driven - Users create, share, and discover events together with verified organizer system
- Integrated Experience - Seamless ticketing with UPI integration and instant event access
- Production-Ready Backend - Powered by Supabase with real-time capabilities
- Interactive Map Interface - Click, explore, and discover events in your area with location-based suggestions
- Advanced Search & Filters - Find events by category, date, price, distance, and popularity
- Community Publishing - Anyone can create and share events with rich media support
- Verified Organizer System - Colleges, NGOs, and clubs get verification badges for trusted events
- Diverse Event Types - Cultural festivals, educational workshops, social meetups, college events, concerts
- Smart Location Services - Auto-adjust to current location with manual override options
- Integrated Ticketing - Seamless paid/free event booking with UPI and digital wallet support
- Automatic Chat Creation - Every event gets its own temporary chatroom
- Pre-Event Coordination - Attendees connect, plan, and build excitement together
- Live Event Updates - Share photos, experiences, and real-time moments
- Hierarchical Chat System - Separate channels for organizers/trusted members and public discussion
- Auto-Archive System - Chats automatically archive post-event for future reference
- 48-Hour Connection Window - Private group chats for events with 10+ attendees
- Photo & Memory Sharing - Preserve event memories and connections
- Instant Feedback Loop - Real-time feedback channel for organizers
- Friend Discovery - Convert event connections into lasting friendships
- User Event History - Track attended events and past connections
- State-Wise Communities - Join and explore different state groups across India
- Anonymous Mode Available - Express freely with optional identity protection
- Cross-Cultural Dialogue - Connect with people from different regions
- Dynamic Group Management - Join/leave state groups based on interests
- Hyper-Local Discussions - Connect with people in your specific city
- Local Opportunity Sharing - Discover hidden gems and local events
- Friendship Building - Build real connections in your area
- Gamified Engagement - Badges, streaks, and community recognition
- Seamless Registration - Quick login/register with social auth options
- Location Permissions - Smart location detection with manual configuration
- Username Creation - Personalized identity with availability checker
- Initial Information Collection - Tailored experience based on interests
- Coupon System - Win rewards for organizing successful events (100+ attendees)
- Achievement Badges - Recognition for active community participation
- Usage Benefits - Exclusive perks for regular users and top organizers
- Leaderboards - City and state-wise community rankings
- One-Click Reporting - Instant report/block functionality in all chats
- AI Content Moderation - Smart keyword filtering and behavior analysis
- Verified User System - Trust badges for reliable community members
- Privacy Controls - Granular privacy settings and anonymous options
- Interactive Map View - Users land on a dynamic map showing nearby events
- Event Pin Exploration - Click any pin to view event preview
- Event Detail Pop-up - Rich event information with banner, description, pricing, timing
- Instant Ticket Purchase - UPI integration for seamless transactions
- Chat Access - Join event-specific discussions with one tap
- Event Discovery → Detail View → Ticket Purchase → Chat Join → Event Attendance → After-Event Hub
- Organizer Tools - Dedicated dashboard for event management and participant engagement
- Trust System - Verified organizers and trusted members get special privileges
- Web: Next.js 14 with App Router
- UI Framework: Tailwind CSS + shadcn/ui
- State Management: Zustand / Redux Toolkit
- Maps Integration: OpenStreetMap API with custom markers
- Server: Node.js + Express.js / Python FastAPI
- Database: PostgreSQL (events, users, tickets) + Redis (chat cache)
- Real-time: Socket.io with room management
- Authentication: JWT + OAuth 2.0 (Google, Facebook)
- File Storage: AWS S3 / Cloudinary for media
- Payment Gateway: Razorpay / Stripe for UPI integration
- Location Services: Google Places API + Geolocation
- Push Notifications: Firebase Cloud Messaging
- Email/SMS: SendGrid + Twilio
- Cloud Infrastructure: AWS / Google Cloud Platform
- CDN: Cloudflare for global content delivery
- Content Moderation: OpenAI API / Custom ML models
- Event Recommendations: Collaborative filtering algorithms
- Analytics: Google Analytics 4 + Custom event tracking
- A/B Testing: PostHog / Amplitude
- Interactive map with event plotting
- City-level chat rooms
- Basic event publishing system
- User authentication & profiles
- Global Indian chat rooms
- Anonymous user options
- Event ticketing integration
- Advanced event filtering
- Push notifications
- AI-driven event recommendations
- Gamification system (badges, streaks)
- Analytics dashboard
| Segment | Description | Use Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Youth | College students, young professionals (18-30) | Event discovery, making friends, networking |
| Community Organizers | Event creators, local businesses | Event promotion, community building |
| Social Connectors | People seeking local/national connections | Cultural exchange |
| Feature | EventHive | BookMyShow | Meetup | District (Zomato) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Map-based Discovery | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Event-Specific Chats | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Verified Organizer System | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| UPI Ticket Integration | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Community Publishing | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
- Node.js 18+
- npm/yarn/pnpm
- Supabase Account (free tier works great!)
# 1. Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/eventhive.git
cd eventhive
# 2. Install dependencies
npm install
# 3. Set up Supabase (see BACKEND_QUICKSTART.md)
cp .env.local.example .env.local
# Add your Supabase URL and Key to .env.local
# 4. Run database schema in Supabase SQL Editor
# Copy & paste content from supabase-schema.sql
# 5. Check setup
./check-supabase-setup.sh
# 6. Start development server
npm run devVisit http://localhost:3000 - You're ready!
- BACKEND_QUICKSTART.md - 5 min quick start guide
- SUPABASE_SETUP.md - Complete setup & features
- ARCHITECTURE.md - System architecture
- INTEGRATION_SUMMARY.md - What's integrated
Check your setup anytime:
./check-supabase-setup.shBackend (Supabase) features:
- ✅ User authentication & profiles
- ✅ Event CRUD operations
- ✅ Advanced search & filtering
- ✅ Location-based queries
- ✅ Join/leave events tracking
- ✅ Real-time subscriptions
- ✅ File storage ready
- ✅ Row Level Security
- ✅ Auto attendee counting
If you need additional services:
# Database Configuration
DATABASE_URL=postgresql://username:password@localhost:5432/eventhive
REDIS_URL=redis://localhost:6379
# Authentication & Security
JWT_SECRET=your-super-secure-jwt-secret
JWT_REFRESH_SECRET=your-refresh-token-secret
JWT_EXPIRES_IN=15m
JWT_REFRESH_EXPIRES_IN=7d
# Maps & Location Services
GOOGLE_MAPS_API_KEY=your-google-maps-api-key
GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY=your-places-api-key
# Payment Integration
RAZORPAY_KEY_ID=your-razorpay-key-id
RAZORPAY_KEY_SECRET=your-razorpay-secret
UPI_MERCHANT_ID=your-upi-merchant-id
# Real-time & Communication
SOCKET_IO_SECRET=your-socket-io-secret
TWILIO_ACCOUNT_SID=your-twilio-sid
TWILIO_AUTH_TOKEN=your-twilio-token
# AI & Moderation
OPENAI_API_KEY=your-openai-key
CONTENT_MODERATION_THRESHOLD=0.7
# Cloud Services
AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID=your-aws-access-key
AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY=your-aws-secret-key
S3_BUCKET_NAME=eventhive-media
# Analytics & Monitoring
GOOGLE_ANALYTICS_ID=your-ga-id
SENTRY_DSN=your-sentry-dsnWe welcome contributions from developers, designers, and community enthusiasts! Here's how you can help:
- �Fork the Project
- ** Create your Feature Branch** (
git checkout -b feature/AmazingFeature) - ** Commit your Changes** (
git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature') - ** Push to the Branch** (
git push origin feature/AmazingFeature) - ** Open a Pull Request**
- Follow ESLint and Prettier configurations
- Write unit and integration tests for new features
- Update documentation for API changes
- Use conventional commit messages
- Test chat functionality thoroughly
- Validate payment integration in sandbox
- UI/UX improvements for map interface
- Chat system design enhancements
- Accessibility improvements
- Animation and micro-interaction designs
- Lines of Code: 25824
- Contributors: 4 (You could be next! 🚀)
- Issues: 0 open
- Pull Requests: 0 open
| Language | Files | Blank | Comment | Code |
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| TypeScript | 42 | 729 | 157 | 7832 |
| Markdown | 19 | 1032 | 24 | 2748 |
| CSS | 2 | 338 | 40 | 1967 |
| JSON | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9512 |
| JavaScript | 5 | 287 | 170 | 1581 |
| SQL | 4 | 118 | 96 | 1135 |
| HTML | 2 | 72 | 12 | 817 |
| Bourne Shell | 3 | 29 | 21 | 226 |
| YAML | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 |
| Total | 81 | 2606 | 524 | 25824 |
- Event Discovery: Meetup, BookMyShow, Facebook Events
- Chat Systems: WhatsApp, Discord, Telegram
- Map Interaction: Google Maps, Zomato
- Community Building: Reddit, Clubhouse
- Gaming Elements: Clash of Clans global chat
- End-to-End Encryption for private messages
- GDPR Compliance for user data handling
- Two-Factor Authentication for account security
- Regular Security Audits and penetration testing
- Anonymity Options for sensitive conversations
- Data Retention Policies for chat archives
Distributed under the MIT License. See LICENSE for more information.
- Aditya Bhardwaj
- Yogesh Rana
- Rohit Tripathy
- Nikshay Kataria