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<h1>Project Proposal: Development of "Be A Player" Mobile Application</h1><h2>Project Overview</h2><p>We are seeking a skilled and reliable freelance developer or small development team to build <strong>Be A Player</strong>, a mobile-first platform that connects athletes, sports clubs, and sports facilities in Greece, starting with Athens. The app aims to provide a seamless experience for matchmaking players, booking sports facilities, and registering with clubs, targeting recreational athletes (18-45 years old), parents, and B2B partners (clubs and facility owners). The project involves developing a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for iOS and Android within a timeline of 6-7 months. We are looking for cost-effective proposals to align with our startup budget.</p><p><br></p><h2>Project Scope</h2><p>The MVP will include the following core features:</p><p><br></p><ol><li><strong>User Authentication and Profiles</strong>:</li></ol><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Sign-up/login via email, Google, or Facebook.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">User profiles with details (name, age, location, sports preferences, skill level, availability).</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Profile management with edit options and visibility settings.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Support for individual users, club representatives, and facility owners.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Matchmaking System</strong>:</li></ol><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Match players based on location, sport, skill level, and availability.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Support group formation for team sports (e.g., 5-a-side football).</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Send match requests and confirm events with push notifications.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Personal Calendar</strong>:</li></ol><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Display scheduled matches, bookings, and club events in a calendar view.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Allow manual addition of activities and sync with Google Calendar/iCal.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Send reminders via push notifications and email.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Court/Facility Booking</strong>:</li></ol><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Search facilities by location, sport, availability, and price.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Display real-time availability and enable online bookings with payment integration (e.g., Stripe).</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Support split payments for groups and handle cancellations/refunds.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Club/School Search and Registration</strong>:</li></ol><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Search clubs by location, sport, and age group.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Enable registration for club programs with payment processing.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Provide club representatives with tools to manage profiles and events.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Notifications and Communication</strong>:</li></ol><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Push notifications for match requests, bookings, and reminders.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">In-app messaging for communication between users.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Email confirmations and weekly activity summaries.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Premium Features (Optional for MVP)</strong>:</li></ol><ul><li class="ql-indent-1">Subscription-based premium accounts with advanced filters and analytics.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Space for future banner ads or sponsored content.</li></ul><h2>Technical Requirements</h2><ul><li><strong>Platform</strong>: Cross-platform mobile app for iOS and Android using <strong>Flutter</strong> or <strong>React Native</strong> to optimize development costs.</li><li><strong>Backend</strong>: Node.js with Express or Python with Django/Flask.</li><li><strong>Database</strong>: PostgreSQL or MongoDB for storing user profiles, bookings, and events.</li><li><strong>Cloud Hosting</strong>: AWS (EC2, S3) or Firebase for scalability and storage.</li><li><strong>APIs</strong>:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Google Maps API for geolocation and facility mapping.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Stripe API for secure payment processing.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Firebase Cloud Messaging for push notifications.</li><li><strong>Authentication</strong>: Firebase Auth or JWT-based authentication.</li><li><strong>Analytics</strong>: Google Analytics or Mixpanel for tracking user behavior.</li><li><strong>Non-Functional Requirements</strong>:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Load pages/screens within 2 seconds under normal network conditions.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Handle up to 1,000 concurrent users for the MVP.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Ensure GDPR compliance for data privacy and PCI DSS compliance for payments.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Support Greek and English languages, with design for future localization.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Follow Material Design (Android) and Human Interface Guidelines (iOS) for UI/UX.</li></ul><h2>Project Phases and Timeline</h2><ul><li><strong>Phase 1: Planning and Design (1-2 months)</strong>:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Collaborate on finalizing requirements and creating wireframes/UI mockups.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Design database schema and API endpoints.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Set up development environment and cloud infrastructure.</li><li><strong>Phase 2: Core Development (3-4 months)</strong>:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Implement user authentication, profiles, matchmaking, calendar, booking system, club features, and notifications.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Integrate APIs for payments, geolocation, and notifications.</li><li><strong>Phase 3: Testing and Deployment (1 month)</strong>:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Conduct unit, integration, and user acceptance testing.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Fix bugs and optimize performance.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Deploy to iOS App Store and Google Play Store.</li><li><strong>Total Timeline</strong>: 6-7 months.</li></ul><h2>Deliverables</h2><ul><li>Fully functional iOS and Android apps.</li><li>Backend server with documented API endpoints.</li><li>Database setup with sample data (e.g., facilities, clubs).</li><li>Source code hosted on a private Git repository (e.g., GitHub).</li><li>Basic admin panel for managing users, facilities, and clubs.</li><li>User guide for app features.</li><li>1 month of post-launch support for bug fixes.</li></ul><h2>Budget and Payment Terms</h2><ul><li><strong>Budget</strong>: We are seeking competitive proposals to fit our startup budget. Please include your proposed rate in your submission.</li><li><strong>Payment Milestones</strong>:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">20% upfront after contract signing.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">30% after Phase 1 completion (design and setup).</li><li class="ql-indent-1">30% after Phase 2 completion (core features).</li><li class="ql-indent-1">20% after Phase 3 completion (deployment).</li><li>Payments will be made via the platform (e.g., Upwork, Truelancer) or direct bank transfer, as agreed.</li></ul><h2>Developer Requirements</h2><ul><li>Proven experience in mobile app development (Flutter or React Native preferred).</li><li>Strong knowledge of backend development (Node.js/Express, Python/Django, or similar).</li><li>Experience integrating APIs (Google Maps, Stripe, Firebase).</li><li>Familiarity with cloud hosting (AWS, Firebase) and database management (PostgreSQL, MongoDB).</li><li>Ability to deliver clean, documented, and testable code.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and commitment to weekly progress updates.</li><li>Portfolio with similar projects (mobile apps with user authentication, payments, or geolocation features).</li><li>Availability to complete the project within 6-7 months.</li></ul><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><strong>Developer</strong>:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Collaborate to refine requirements and provide input on technical feasibility.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Deliver high-quality code with proper documentation.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Conduct testing and ensure compatibility across iOS and Android devices.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Provide regular updates (weekly reports) and adhere to the timeline.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Offer 1 month of post-launch support for bug fixes.</li><li><strong>Client</strong>:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Provide timely feedback on wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Supply content (e.g., facility/club data, images) as needed.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Approve milestones to release payments.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Handle marketing and user acquisition post-launch.</li></ul><h2>Proposal Submission</h2><p>Please submit your proposal with the following:</p><p><br></p><ol><li>A brief introduction and your experience with similar projects.</li><li>Links to portfolio projects (mobile apps, especially with matchmaking, booking, or payment features).</li><li>Your proposed technical approach (e.g., choice of Flutter vs. React Native, backend stack).</li><li>Estimated timeline and any suggestions to optimize development.</li><li>Your proposed rate for the project.</li><li>Availability to start and commit to the 6-7 month timeline.</li></ol><h2>Contact</h2><p>For questions or clarifications, please message through the platform. We aim to select a developer within 2 weeks of posting this proposal.</p><p><br></p><h2>Why Work on This Project?</h2><ul><li><strong>Unique Opportunity</strong>: Be part of a pioneering sports tech platform in Greece with potential for regional expansion.</li><li><strong>Clear Scope</strong>: Well-defined requirements and a realistic timeline.</li><li><strong>Long-Term Potential</strong>: Opportunity for future collaboration on post-MVP features and maintenance.</li></ul><h1>We look forward to your proposal and building a game-changing sports app together!</h1>

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