The Challenge
Hoffy wanted to create a mobile-first experience for their users to discover and book local lifestyle experiences. They needed an MVP delivered quickly to test market fit.
Timeline: 6 weeks to MVP
Requirements:
- Cross-platform (iOS + Android)
- Location-based discovery
- Secure payments
- Real-time booking system
The Solution
Flutter was the perfect choice for rapid MVP development while maintaining native performance. Supabase provided the backend infrastructure with real-time capabilities out of the box.
MVP Scope
Focused on core features:
- User authentication and profiles
- Experience discovery with map view
- Booking flow with Stripe payments
- Push notifications for confirmations
Key Features
- Map-based Discovery - Find experiences near you
- Smart Filters - Category, price, availability
- Instant Booking - Real-time availability checks
- Secure Payments - Stripe integration with Apple/Google Pay
Results
MVP delivered on time:
- 6 weeks from kickoff to App Store
- 500+ bookings in first month
- Seed funding secured based on traction
- 4.6 star average rating
Takeaways
This project demonstrated the power of Flutter + Supabase for rapid MVP development. The combination allowed us to move fast without sacrificing quality or user experience.