ScoutLocal: Local Discovery SaaS Platform
ScoutLocal is a contemporary SaaS web application designed to help users find and support local businesses and community experiences. It tackles the issue of disjointed local business discovery by offering a well-organized, searchable directory that includes neighborhood-specific insights.
**Key Responsibilities & Achievements:**
- Directed backend architecture and full-stack integration utilizing Next.js, TypeScript, and Azure SQL.
- Created a scalable data layer with Prisma ORM, executing efficient queries and relational mapping for essential business listings.
- Developed and managed backend services through Docker-based containerization to ensure reliability and modular scaling.
- Designed workflows for data seeding and management that powered the initial marketplace content.
- Collaborated on the infrastructure and deployment strategy using Azure Static Web Apps, Container Apps, and Azure DevOps (with a partner leading CI/CD and configuration).
**Outcomes:**
- Delivered a stable, production-ready MVP that enabled rapid iteration and real-time feedback cycles.
- The platform established a robust technical foundation for future AI-driven recommendations and expanded workflows for local businesses.