Project Overview
The dedicated native mobile application for WayveUK, putting campus-verified peer-to-peer buying, selling, and student deals directly into the hands of British university students.
Key Challenges & Objectives
Students demanded a snappy mobile experience that allowed them to photograph an item, write a description, and list it for sale in under 30 seconds, coupled with instant notifications for offers and campus meetup coordination.
Architecture & Implementation
Engineered with React Native, TypeScript, and NativeWind, backed by a Node.js WebSocket engine for real-time buyer-seller chat. Integrates native camera APIs with automated image enhancement, Apple Pay, and Google Pay SDKs.
Core Features & Deliverables
- 30-Second Quick Listing: Built-in camera integration with instant image background cleanup and category auto-tagging.
- Real-Time Campus Chat: In-app messaging with read receipts, image sharing, and counter-offer negotiation buttons.
- Proximity & Campus Geofencing: Browse listings exclusive to your specific university campus or neighboring college dorms.
- Instant Push Alerts: Real-time notifications for incoming offers, price reductions on saved wishlists, and delivery tracking updates.
Business Impact & Results
Accounts for 78% of all platform trades, drove a 340% increase in daily active user sessions compared to web, and holds a 4.8/5 rating on both the App Store and Google Play.
