Opal Luxe

An AI-enhanced eCommerce and auction web app inspired by eBay, built with Laravel, React, Tailwind CSS, and Gemini integration.

Laravel

React

Tailwind CSS

MongoDB

Gemini

Firebase

JWT

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Project Details

Completion Date

August 2024

Duration

1 week

Primary Language

JavaScript

Project Type

web

Key Features

AI Assistant powered by Gemini
List a product or auction
Place and manage auction bids
Purchase items directly
Add to cart and wishlist
Payment gateway integration
Apply discounts and promo codes
Keyword and tag-based product search
Automatic product, property, and car reviews
Chat support
Update and manage your listings
Close auctions early
Dynamic real-time auction bidding

Project Overview

Opal Luxe is a next-generation eCommerce and auction platform that merges classic marketplace features with cutting-edge AI. Built with Laravel, React, and Firebase, the app includes a Gemini-powered assistant that automatically generates reviews and comparisons for listed products. Whether it's a house, car, or tech gadget, Gemini provides context-aware insights based on real-world data and other listings, helping users make informed decisions. The app also supports live auctions, dynamic bidding, and a personalized shopping experience.

The application features a modern, responsive interface that adapts to various screen sizes and devices. It incorporates the latest design trends and best practices to ensure an engaging user experience.

The Challenge

The main challenge was to create a web application that could handle complex data operations while maintaining a smooth and responsive user interface. Additionally, ensuring cross-platform compatibility and optimizing performance were key considerations throughout the development process.

The Solution

By leveraging Laravel, React, Tailwind CSS, MongoDB, Gemini, Firebase, JWT, I was able to build a robust solution that meets all the requirements. The application's architecture is designed to be modular and scalable, allowing for easy maintenance and future enhancements.

Development Process

Planning & Design

The project began with extensive research and planning to define the scope, requirements, and technical specifications. Wireframes and mockups were created to visualize the user interface and experience.

Development

Using an agile approach, the development process was broken down into sprints, with regular reviews and iterations. This allowed for flexibility and adaptability throughout the project lifecycle.

Testing & QA

Rigorous testing was conducted at each stage of development to ensure functionality, performance, and security. User feedback was incorporated to refine and improve the application.

Deployment

The application was deployed using a CI/CD pipeline to ensure smooth and reliable releases. Monitoring and analytics were set up to track performance and user behavior.