Ideaz

Problem

• Students have diverse skills (coding, design, music, photography, languages, etc.), but these remain hidden within student communities.

• No structured way exists for students to share or learn skills from peers.

• Paid external courses are expensive and often inaccessible.

• YouTube tutorials and free resources are not personalized and lack real interaction.

Gap

• Lack of a peer-to-peer system where students can exchange skills directly.

• No incentive for students to share knowledge.

• Missed opportunities for collaboration, networking, and building confidence.

Solution: SkillSwap

• A peer-to-peer learning platform where students can teach and learn skills from each other.

• Credit system:

  • Teach → earn credits.

  • Learn → spend credits.

• Flexible modes: sessions can be online or offline.

• Rating system: ensures trust, quality, and accountability.

• Profiles & portfolios: showcase teaching and learning achievements.

Benefits

• Affordable learning compared to costly courses.

• Personalized, interactive sessions instead of generic tutorials.

• Builds confidence by teaching and presenting to peers.

• Promotes collaboration over competition.

• Helps students network and build portfolios.

• Encourages discovery of hidden talents in the community.

Why Is It Important to Me?

• Saves money while gaining new skills.

• Provides a platform to showcase my expertise.

• Lets me exchange my strengths (e.g., coding) for something new (e.g., guitar).

• Builds my profile and credibility within the student community.

• Helps me grow personally and professionally through teaching and learning.

Technicalities

• Platform Type: Mobile + Web app for accessibility.

• Core Features:

  • Credit-based transaction system.

  • Session scheduling & reminders.

  • Rating & review mechanism.

  • Skill categories & tags for discovery.

• Security & Trust: verified student accounts (via university ID/email).

• Future Enhancements:

  • Gamification (badges, leaderboards).

  • AI-based skill recommendations.

  • Integration with university events and clubs.