HangOut

Created by Team Infinity

Live App: https://gethangout.app/
User Interview: Watch on YouTube
Layout Design: Figma
Live Demo: Coming soon

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Overview

HangOut is a social web application built by Team Infinity that helps users discover local activities, meet new people, and explore events based on shared interests.
The platform features an interactive map that visualizes nearby hangout spots and events, allowing users to connect and engage with their community in real time.
It offers a personalized and seamless experience with a modern, responsive design and smart recommendations.

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Tech Stack

Frontend & Backend (Full-Stack Next.js):

• Next.js (React + TypeScript)
• Next.js API Routes for server-side logic
• MongoDB for data persistence
• Tailwind CSS for styling

Infrastructure & Deployment:

• AWS EC2
• PM2 for process management
• GitHub Actions for CI/CD (auto-deploy on main branch push)

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Getting Started (Development)

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/CS4800-Team-Infinity/hangout.git
   cd hangout

2. Install dependencies

   npm install
   # or
   yarn install
   # or
   pnpm install

3. Run the development server

   npm run dev
   # or
   yarn dev
   # or
   pnpm dev

   Then open http://localhost:3000 in your browser.

4. Build for production

   npm run build
   npm start

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Deployment

The HangOut web app is hosted on AWS EC2, with continuous deployment handled by GitHub Actions. Every push to the main branch automatically:

• Fetches the latest code
• Installs dependencies
• Builds the app
• Cleans old logs and temporary files
• Restarts PM2 for production

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Team Infinity

• Tam Tran
• Kenneth Chau
• David Torres
• Kira Inman

Professor

Dr. Yu Sun Course: CS4800 — Fall 2025

This project was developed as part of CS4800 - Software Engineering under the guidance of Dr. Yu Sun.