AREMU MUSTAPHA OLUWAFEMI

This project paper presents the development and implementation of a user- centric handyman services platform tailored to the Nigerian context. As a final year project at the University of Benin, our aim was to create a digital solution that simplifies the process of finding and connecting with local handymen. In a nation where traditional handyman services thrive; the platform serves as a bridge between service seekers and skilled professionals. The platform's design places a strong emphasis on simplicity and accessibility, aligning with the expectations of modern users. Users can effortlessly access information on available handymen in their desired locations, eliminating the need for cumbersome registration processes and payment gateways. The absence of user accounts, rating systems, and appointment bookings streamlines the user experience. It should be noted that the loading speed of a website is an important element not only in creating a good user experience, but also in the positioning of the site in a Web search engine (Costill, 2014; Anderson, 2017). The back-end of the platform leverages Node.js to ensure real-time capabilities, enabling rapid data retrieval and enhancing user trust. Data storage and retrieval are facilitated through Google Data Sheets, providing efficiency and user friendliness.