Loca: Find Local Services Fast
Welcome to Loca, your go-to solution for instantly connecting with local experts. Whether you need a plumber, electrician, or any other service provider, Loca is here to help you find the best professionals near you in no time.
Features
• Instant Service Discovery: Quickly find local services based on your location.
• User-Friendly Interaction: Simple and intuitive interface for seamless user experience.
• Real-time Updates: Get real-time information on available service providers.
• Enhanced with Google Places API: Leveraging the power of Google Places API for accurate and comprehensive local service listings.
Demo
Here’s a quick demo of how Loca works:
User: “Hey Loca, any plumbers near me in Texas?” Loca: “Yes! I found a great one nearby. Check it out and book now!”
#Getting Started
To get started with Loca, follow these steps:
Prerequisites
• Node.js and npm installed on your machine.
• A Google Places API key.
Installation
1. Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/git-create-devben/loca.git
2. Navigate to the project directory:
cd loca
3. Install the required dependencies:
npm install
Configuration
1. Create a .env file in the root directory and add your Google Places API key:
REACT_APP_GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY=your_api_key_here
Running the Application
1. Start the development server:
npm start
2. Open your browser and go to http://localhost:3000 to see Loca in action.
Usage
When you open Loca, you’ll be greeted with a friendly welcome message:
Welcome text: “Hey! What can I find for you today?”
Simply type in your query, and Loca will provide you with a list of local service providers based on your location.
Contribution
We welcome contributions from the community! To contribute:
1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch (git checkout -b feature-branch).
3. Make your changes.
4. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add some feature').
5. Push to the branch (git push origin feature-branch).
6. Open a Pull Request.
License
This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.
Acknowledgements
• Thanks to the Google Places API for providing comprehensive local service listings.
##Contact
If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] or [email protected].