Smart Local Service Finder: A Location-Based Service Discovery and Booking Platform

Abstract

The Smart Local Service Finder is a digital platform designed to bridge the gap between service providers and customers by enabling efficient access to local services. In today's fast-paced environment, locating reliable and nearby professionals such as electricians, plumbers, tutors, and healthcare assistants has become a persistent challenge. This project presents the design and implementation of a centralized, web-based service discovery and booking platform. The system is built using React.js as the frontend framework, Node.js and Express.js as the backend, and MongoDB as the database. It incorporates location-based search, K-Nearest Neighbours (KNN) filtering, real-time notifications via Socket.IO, and a three-role architecture comprising Customer, Service Provider, and Admin modules. The platform supports secure authentication, verified reviews, advanced search filters, and direct provider-tocustomer communication. The system was tested across all major functional modules and demonstrated reliable service discovery, booking, and management capabilities.