AI-Powered Style Lens: Discover, Shop, Inspire!

AppWrite x Hashnode Hackathon

Team Members

Description:

Ever watched a video of your favorite creator and instantly fell in love with the stylish outfits worn by the creators or models? Imagine this: You're watching a captivating video where your favorite YouTuber is strutting their stuff in the trendiest wearables. You can't help but think, 'Wow, I wish I could get my hands on those exact items!' Well, guess what? With Style Lens, now you can! Introducing Style Lens, the cutting-edge AI magic that powers your ideal shopping companion.

But here's the best part: we've taken Style Lens a step further to ensure you have the smoothest and safest shopping experience possible. We've created a user-friendly website where you can easily upload your favorite YouTube video link and let Style Lens work its AI-powered magic. And for even better convenience, we've also developed a handy browser extension that seamlessly integrates with your browsing experience. With our website and extension combo, you'll have the power to identify all the incredible wearables from any YouTube video and get instant links to the same or similar products. It's like having a personal stylist right in your browser, working tirelessly to find those elusive fashion gems you've been craving.

Your favorite product links can be stored in your dashboard, which is smooth, quick, and safe thanks to our Appwrite backend. With Appwrite, we prioritize the security and encryption of your data, ensuring your peace of mind as you delve into the world of fashion. We've got you covered!

Here's how it works:

You simply upload the YouTube video link and timestamp, and in a matter of seconds, Style Lens analyzes the frame, identifying all the fabulous wearables featured. From that point on, it's as easy as pie! Style Lens presents you with a curated selection of links, connecting you directly to the exact products or fantastic alternatives that match your desired style. Not only that, but you can also save that product link in your dashboard, which is safely stored in the Appwrite backend.

Don't waste any more time endlessly searching for those coveted fashion items. Let Style Lens guide you to the perfect pieces that align with your unique style and preferences. Get ready to embark on a shopping journey like never before, where fashion meets the power of AI and safety meets convenience. Discover, shop, and be inspired with Style Lens today!

Tech Stacks:

  • Frontend: React.JS, MUI, CSS

  • Database: Appwrite

  • Authentication and Authorization: Appwrite

  • Deployment: Vercel

Product Linking Architecture:

What is the role of Appwrite in this project?

Appwrite played a pivotal role in our project, simplifying the development process and providing a reliable backend infrastructure. Here's how Appwrite empowered our journey:

  1. Robust Authentication:

    • Appwrite's authentication system made user authentication, registration, and login functionalities seamless and secure.

    • It ensured a streamlined user experience with built-in security measures.

  2. Efficient Database Management:

    • Leveraging Appwrite's reliable and scalable database, we efficiently stored and organized project and user data.

    • This facilitated a smooth workflow and optimal data management practices.

  3. Intuitive APIs:

    • Appwrite's well-documented and intuitive APIs made integration effortless.

    • Comprehensive examples and clear documentation simplified the implementation of authentication and database features.

  4. Supportive Community:

    • Appwrite's robust community support provided assistance and guidance throughout the development process.

    • Active community forums and resources enabled us to overcome challenges and learn from other developers' experiences.

  5. Seamless Integration:

    • By incorporating Appwrite, we leveraged a comprehensive backend infrastructure without the need to build complex systems from scratch.

    • This allowed us to focus on delivering a remarkable user experience and innovative features.

Why Appwrite?

Here are some reasons why you should choose Appwrite for your backend needs:

  1. Open-source and self-hosted:

    • Appwrite is open-source, allowing you to host it on your infrastructure for complete control and enhanced security.
  2. Versatile functionality:

    • Appwrite offers a wide range of features, including authentication, database management, file storage, and serverless functions, eliminating the need for multiple services.
  3. Multi-platform support:

    • Appwrite supports multiple platforms and programming languages, making it adaptable to various development scenarios.
  4. Security and authentication:

    • Appwrite provides built-in authentication mechanisms and handles security aspects like encryption and user management.
  5. Real-time communication:

    • Appwrite supports real-time communication through WebSocket connections, enabling real-time updates and collaborative features.
  6. Scalability and performance:

    • Appwrite is designed to handle high traffic and can scale horizontally as per demand, ensuring optimal performance.
  7. Easy integration:

    • Appwrite offers comprehensive documentation and client libraries (SDKs) for easy integration into your applications.
  8. Active community and support:

    • Appwrite has an active community of developers and contributors who provide support and actively contribute to the project's development.

Reflecting on our journey, we encourage everyone to explore and embrace Appwrite. It offers a simple yet powerful toolkit for building secure, scalable applications. Experience the ease of development and the benefits of a supportive community. Unlock the full potential of your projects with Appwrite!

Challenges Faced:

Code Repository:

You can find the code for Style Lens in the following public repository:

GitHub Repository: GitHub Repository

Demo Recording:

Style Lens: https://stylelens.vercel.app

We thank everyone who read this article and explored our project. We appreciate your attention and support. We welcome your feedback. Please report any bugs or recommendations in the above GitHub repository. Your feedback helps us improve our project.

Thank you again for the Appwrite Hackathon opportunity. We're delighted to grow our project with your help.

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