BarmanLive - On-Demand Bartending Jobs Platform

A mobile application connecting bartenders with on-demand job opportunities, sponsored by Red Bull and widely used across Italy for 3 years.

Project Overview

BarmanLive is a React Native mobile application for iOS and Android that revolutionizes the bartending industry by connecting skilled bartenders with on-demand job opportunities. The platform enables job posters to publish bartending positions and allows bartenders to discover and apply for jobs in their area through location-based matching.

Key Features

Job Posting & Discovery: Users can post bartending jobs and browse available opportunities
Direct Communication: Contact job posters directly through their phone numbers
Location-Based Push Notifications: Real-time notifications triggered when jobs are posted in the user's region
User Profiles: Customizable profiles with personal content and notification preferences
Location-Based Search: Google Maps integration for location-based job discovery
Multi-Platform Authentication: Facebook, Google OAuth, and Apple Login integration
Red Bull Branding: Sponsored content and banners managed through web admin interface
Admin Dashboard: Web-based interface for managing Red Bull banners and content

Technologies Used

Frontend: React Native (iOS & Android)
Backend: AWS Amplify
Serverless Functions: AWS Lambda
Database: AWS DynamoDB
Authentication: AWS Cognito with social login integration
Push Notifications: Location-based notification system
Maps Integration: Google Maps API
Admin Interface: Web-based content management system

My Role

As the Lead Developer, I was responsible for:

Full-Stack Development: Complete React Native mobile application development
Backend Architecture: AWS Amplify serverless backend design and implementation
Location Services: Complex location-based features and push notification system
Performance Optimization: Cost optimization and scalability improvements
Post-Production Support: Ongoing maintenance and supervision for 3 years
User Management: Authentication system with multiple OAuth providers

Technical Highlights

Location-Based Architecture: Sophisticated system for managing location-based job posts and notifications
Cost Optimization: Achieved exceptional cost efficiency with total annual costs under $200
Scalable Backend: AWS Amplify with Lambda functions and DynamoDB for handling large volumes of location-based data
Multi-Platform Support: Seamless experience across iOS and Android devices
Real-Time Notifications: Efficient push notification system based on geographic proximity
Social Authentication: Integrated Facebook, Google, and Apple login systems

Challenges Solved

Location-Based Data Management: Efficiently handled large amounts of location-based job posts with optimized database queries
Cost Optimization: Implemented smart caching and efficient data structures to minimize AWS costs
Scalable Push Notifications: Built robust notification system that could handle thousands of users without performance degradation
Cross-Platform Consistency: Ensured identical user experience across iOS and Android platforms
Real-Time Location Tracking: Optimized location services to balance accuracy with battery life and data usage

Impact & Results

1,000+ active monthly users during peak usage
3 years of successful operation with consistent downloads and user engagement
Wide adoption across Italy with strong user retention
Exceptional cost efficiency: Total operational costs under $200 per year
Red Bull sponsorship highlighting the app's success and market validation
Post-production supervision ensuring continued success and user satisfaction

Project Sponsorship

This project was proudly sponsored by Red Bull, demonstrating the platform's value and market potential in the bartending industry. The sponsorship included branded content and banners managed through a dedicated web admin interface.