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Quest It
Canadian Service Marketplace App
Project Overview
Quest It is a revolutionary Canadian mobile marketplace that connects people needing help with local service providers for everyday tasks including cleaning, moving, handyman work, and more. Unlike traditional gig platforms, Quest It empowers users to set their own prices while taking zero commission, creating an affordable, transparent, and truly community-driven ecosystem.
The platform features a companion website at questit.ca and provides a comprehensive solution for both service requesters and providers with real-time communication, flexible payments, and instant notifications.
🎯 Project Impact
- • Democratizes local services by eliminating commission fees
- • Provides full pricing flexibility for both customers and providers
- • Fosters stronger local community connections
- • Makes everyday help accessible and affordable
- • Creates transparent, trust-based service relationships
Key Features
Community-Driven Marketplace
Connect local service providers with customers in a transparent, commission-free environment
Flexible Payment System
Multiple payment methods with zero commission - users keep 100% of their earnings
Real-time Communication
In-app chat system for seamless coordination between customers and service providers
Instant Notifications
Firebase Cloud Messaging for real-time updates on requests, applications, and messages
User Experience
For Users (Requesters)
- Post and manage help requests with custom budgets
- Hire applicants and pay with preferred methods
- Browse available services in your area
- In-app chat to coordinate with providers
- Rate and review service providers
- Track request status and history
For Providers (Workers)
- Apply for tasks with competitive bids
- Advertise services for free (zero commission)
- Get paid with multiple payment options
- Build trust and connections with local clients
- Manage service portfolio and availability
- Receive instant notifications for new opportunities
Technical Implementation
Architecture & Stack
Mobile App
Flutter (Dart) framework providing cross-platform compatibility for both iOS and Android with native performance.
Backend
Node.js server with custom API services handling business logic, user management, and service coordination.
Database & Auth
Firebase ecosystem with Firestore for real-time data and Firebase Authentication for secure user management.
Notifications
Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) for instant push notifications and real-time updates across the platform.
Technical Highlights
🌟 Platform Impact
Quest It revolutionizes the local services industry by creating a truly fair and transparent marketplace. By eliminating commission fees and giving both customers and providers complete pricing flexibility, the platform fosters genuine community connections while making essential services more accessible and affordable.
With features like real-time chat, instant notifications, and integrated payment processing, Quest It provides a seamless experience that strengthens local economies and builds lasting relationships between service providers and their communities.
Technologies
Flutter
Dart
Node.js
Firebase
Firestore
Firebase Auth
FCM
Firebase Hosting
Companion Website