This is a simple yet powerful expense tracker that allows users to log, view, and categorize their expenses. Built with Next.js and Firebase, the app provides a seamless experience with real-time data synchronization, making it easy for users to manage their finances.

Features

• Expense Logging: Add, edit, and delete expenses with ease.
• Real-Time Syncing: Expenses are synced instantly using Firebase, ensuring up-to-date data.
• Category Management: Organize expenses by category for better financial analysis.
• Responsive Design: Fully responsive and optimized for mobile devices.
• User Authentication: Secure user login and registration using Firebase Authentication.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: Next.js for building a dynamic and server-side rendered React app.
• Backend: Firebase for real-time database management and authentication.
• Database: Firebase Firestore for storing expense records.
• Styling: Tailwind CSS for a clean and responsive design.
• Hosting: Deployed on Vercel for seamless serverless hosting.

Implementation

Frontend

• Developed with Next.js to leverage server-side rendering for fast page loads and SEO optimization.
• Used Firebase Authentication to allow users to sign up, log in, and manage their sessions.
• Real-time expense tracking via Firebase Firestore, with expenses immediately reflected across devices.

Backend

• Firebase Firestore handles data storage, providing a NoSQL database for efficient querying and real-time updates.
• Firebase Authentication ensures secure user management and login flow.

Styling

• Styled using Tailwind CSS to quickly build a user-friendly interface that looks great on both desktop and mobile.

Deployment

• Deployed on Vercel, ensuring fast, serverless hosting and automatic scaling.
• Real-time functionality enabled by Firebase, no need for traditional back-end server management.

How It Works

1. Sign Up / Log In: Users sign up or log in using their credentials stored securely in Firebase.
2. Track Expenses: Add new expenses, categorize them, and keep track of your spending.
3. Real-Time Syncing: Any changes made to expenses are automatically synced across all devices.
4. Expense Overview: View a summary of total expenses, categorized by type.

Challenges Faced

• Integrating Firebase Firestore for real-time data updates.
• Ensuring smooth user authentication and session management.
• Designing a UI that’s simple to use while offering all the necessary features for managing expenses.

Future Enhancements

• Implementing advanced data visualization (graphs, charts) to analyze spending patterns.
• Adding recurring expense tracking for subscriptions and regular bills.
• Introducing multi-user support for shared expense management.