Balance Hub

About app

Application created as part of the challenge from Aava lääkärikeskus as part of the Junction 2024 hackathon

Balance Hub: A Well-Being-Centric Job Matching Platform

Balance Hub is a unique application developed for the Aava Challenge, designed to revolutionize workplace culture by prioritizing employee well-being. In a world where mental health often takes a back seat to performance, Aava focuses on aligning individuals with workplaces that support their values, work-life balance, and mental health needs.

Inspired by platforms like Tinder and Twitch, and grounded in science, Aava matches employees and companies based on shared priorities—such as mental health support, flexible conditions, and an inclusive workplace culture. Using data-driven insights on company diversity, community engagement, and wellness initiatives, the app provides a transparent view into a company’s commitment to employee well-being, allowing users to find sustainable, fulfilling careers.

Our mission is to foster workplaces that genuinely prioritize mental health, applying positive pressure on companies to create supportive, mentally sustainable environments for all.

Introduction

Balance Hub is a project primarily built using React Native and tested with Expo Go.

Technologies Used

• React Native
• Expo Go

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have met the following requirements:

• Node.js installed on your machine
• Expo CLI installed globally (you can install it by running npm install -g expo-cli)
• An emulator or physical device to run the application

Installation

Follow these steps to set up the project locally:

1. Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/MeM0ri/balance_hub.git cd balance_hub

2. Install dependencies: npm install

Running the Project

To run the project, follow these steps:

1. Start the Expo server: expo start

2. Run on your device or emulator:

   • Using Expo Go:
     • Install the Expo Go app on your device from the App Store or Google Play.
     • Scan the QR code generated in the terminal using the Expo Go app to run the application on your device.
   • Using an emulator:
     • Ensure you have an emulator running (Android Studio for Android or Xcode for iOS).
     • Press a to run on an Android emulator or i to run on an iOS simulator from the Expo CLI.

Additional Information

For more details, refer to the official Expo documentation.