FeedKind

Problem Statement

Food waste is a critical global issue, contributing to environmental harm, resource wastage, and food insecurity. FEEDKIND addresses this challenge by building a system that reduces food waste, manages near-expiring products effectively, and maximizes their usage through innovative and collaborative features.

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Key Features & Workflow

1. Adding Products Efficiently

• Stores can quickly add products using barcode scanning to ensure accuracy and reduce manual effort.
• Key benefits:
  • Time-efficient product tracking.
  • Accurate inventory management.

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2. Expiration Tracking for Proactive Action

• The platform monitors products nearing expiration (4 days before expiry) and displays them in a dedicated list.
• Key benefits:
  • Early intervention minimizes waste.
  • Transparent tracking builds trust with customers and food banks.

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3. Discounted Customer Purchases

• Products nearing expiration are available to customers at 50% discounted rates, ensuring they are sold rather than wasted.
• Key benefits:
  • Increased affordability for customers.
  • Revenue recovery for stores.

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4. Food Bank Collaboration

• Food banks can claim products free of cost one day before expiration, ensuring food reaches those in need.
• Key benefits:
  • Supports community welfare.
  • Reduces food insecurity effectively.

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5. Composting for Expired Products

• Expired products are moved to a dedicated composting list, making them available to composters.
• The Expired Product Management Page includes two sections:
  • Food Bank Section: Highlights items close to expiration.
  • Compost Section: Displays expired items for composters.
• Key benefits:
  • Environmentally responsible disposal.
  • Encourages sustainable practices.

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Login Options

• Donor Login:

  • Enables stores to add products and manage inventory efficiently.
  • Streamlines tracking and updates of product statuses.

• Food Bank Login:

  • Empowers food banks to claim items and distribute them to those in need.
  • Provides visibility into available products for quicker action.

  

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Value Proposition

• Reduces Food Waste: Mitigates environmental harm by ensuring effective utilization of resources.
• Economic Incentives: Drives affordability for customers and revenue for stores through timely discounts.
• Community Impact: Supports food banks to fight food insecurity and encourages composting to protect the environment.

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Technology Stack

FEEDKIND is a full-stack MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) application that combines scalable database management, efficient backend logic, and a dynamic frontend experience.

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Steps to Run

Frontend

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/FEEDKIND.git

2. Navigate to the frontend directory:

   cd FEEDKIND/frontend

3. Install dependencies:

   npm install

4. Start the frontend:

   npm run dev

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Backend

1. Navigate to the backend directory:

   cd FEEDKIND/backend

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Create a .env file in the backend directory with the following environment variables:

   MONGO_URI=your_mongodb_connection_string
   PORT=5000

4. Start the backend server:

   npm run start

5. Confirm backend functionality:

   • Verify API endpoints using Postman or your browser.
   • Ensure a successful connection to MongoDB.

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Results

• Reduced food waste by optimizing near-expiry product management.
• Increased community involvement through discounted sales and food bank partnerships.
• Promoted sustainability through composting solutions for expired products.

FEEDKIND delivers impactful results by leveraging technology to tackle a critical global challenge.

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