Overview

Play Spotter is a family discovery platform that maps playgrounds, parks, and indoor play spaces with community-sourced details parents actually care about — equipment, amenities, and accessibility.

Problem

Parents often rely on scattered blog posts, outdated lists, and word-of-mouth to find safe, suitable play spaces. Existing map apps rarely surface the details that matter for families.

Solution

A cross-platform app and website with map-first discovery, structured place data, community contributions, and AI-assisted moderation — backed by a scalable cloud API.

Technology Stack

• Kotlin Multiplatform for shared mobile logic
• MongoDB for flexible place and user data
• Google Maps for location discovery
• Google Cloud for hosting and media
• Gemini AI for content assistance and moderation support

Features

• Interactive map with filters for amenities and play equipment
• Community reviews, photos, and place submissions
• Family-friendly search across regions
• Moderation workflows for user-generated content
• Cross-platform mobile experience with a companion web presence

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Challenges Solved

• Normalizing messy community place data into a consistent schema
• Balancing map performance with rich detail panels on mobile
• Designing moderation that scales without losing human judgment

Future Roadmap

• Expanded regional coverage and verified partner listings
• Personalized recommendations based on family preferences
• Deeper accessibility and safety metadata