🚀 Pitch In - Where Dreams Meet Capital

In the quiet spaces between ambition and reality,
Where founders whisper their visions to the stars,
And investors listen with the wisdom of experience,
There exists a bridge—a meeting place of minds and means.
This is Pitch In.

⚡ Quick Start

Ready to launch? Jump straight to the QUICKSTART.md guide for immediate setup instructions.

🎬 Introduction

🎥 Platform Demo

The video showcases the complete Pitch In experience:

✨ Splash screen with elegant animations
👥 Role selection (Founder vs Investor)
📝 Multi-step onboarding with progress tracking
🔍 Swipe-based discovery with glassmorphism effects
💰 Pricing psychology with tiered subscriptions
🤝 Deal room with real-time chat
🎛️ Admin dashboard for founder approval

Note: The GIF showcases the complete Pitch In experience. For higher quality, you can view the original video here.

📸 Screenshots

Mobile App

Role Selection	Founder Onboarding	Investor Discovery

Web Admin

Application Queue	Analytics Dashboard

Note: Add your actual screenshots to the resource directory and update paths

✨ What Is Pitch In?

Pitch In is not merely an application; it is a digital ecosystem where innovation finds its fuel. A premium investor-founder matching platform that transforms the chaotic dance of fundraising into a graceful, intentional partnership.

🌟 The Vision

Imagine a world where:

Founders no longer wander through endless pitch events, hoping to catch the right eye
Investors don't sift through mountains of decks searching for that spark of genius
Connections happen not by chance, but by design—algorithmically curated, psychologically optimized, and beautifully presented

This is the world Pitch In creates.

🏛️ Architectural Symphony

Pitch In is a three-part harmony—each component playing its essential role in the grand composition:

1. 📱 Mobile App (React Native + Expo)

For founders and investors on the move
Glassmorphism design with deep space (#080C14) and golden accents (#C9A84C)
Swipe-based discovery with psychology-driven gating
Six-step founder onboarding that feels like a guided meditation
Four-step investor profiling that understands your thesis
Real-time deal rooms where partnerships are born

2. 🖥️ Web Admin Dashboard (Next.js 14)

The conductor's podium
Real-time queue of founder applications awaiting review
One-click approval/rejection with thoughtful feedback
Analytics dashboard showing the heartbeat of the platform
Dark theme that respects the late-night review sessions

3. ⚡ Backend API (FastAPI + Supabase)

The invisible engine
PostgreSQL database with UUIDs and proper constraints
Real-time WebSocket connections for deal room chats
Payment integration architecture (Stripe, Razorpay, RevenueCat)
Authentication that remembers you like an old friend
Match algorithms that understand more than numbers

🎨 Design Philosophy

The Psychology of Connection

Every pixel, every animation, every interaction in Pitch In is designed with human psychology at its core:

Anchoring Effect: Premium pricing tiers establish value perception
Scarcity Principle: Limited slots create urgency without pressure
FOMO Dynamics: "Recently matched" notifications that inspire action
Progress Motivation: Step-by-step onboarding that celebrates small wins
Glassmorphism Aesthetic: Interfaces that feel tangible yet ethereal

Color Palette as Emotion

#080C14 - The depth of space, where ideas are born
#C9A84C - The warmth of gold, the promise of return
#1A1F2C - The structure of night, the framework of dreams
#FFFFFF - The purity of intention, the clarity of vision

🛠️ What Pitch In Supports

For Founders 🌱

6-Step Intelligent Onboarding: From idea to investment-ready profile
Investor Discovery: Swipe through curated investor matches
Deal Rooms: Secure spaces for due diligence and negotiation
Progress Tracking: Visual journey from pitch to partnership
Psychology-Optimized Pitches: Templates that speak investor language

For Investors 💼

4-Step Profile Creation: Define your thesis, preferences, and boundaries
Founder Discovery: Algorithmically matched to your investment sweet spot
Tiered Access: Free previews, paid deep dives
Deal Flow Management: Organize, compare, and track opportunities
Real-time Notifications: When matching founders enter the platform

For Administrators 🎛️

Application Queue: Review and vet incoming founder profiles
Analytics Dashboard: Platform health, match rates, revenue metrics
User Management: Moderate, support, and guide the community
System Configuration: Tune the algorithms that make magic happen

Technical Capabilities ⚙️

Real-time Chat: WebSocket-powered deal room conversations
Push Notifications: Timely alerts for matches, messages, and milestones
Payment Processing: Multi-provider integration (Stripe, Razorpay)
Subscription Management: RevenueCat-powered tier access
File Upload & Management: Pitch decks, financials, legal documents
Advanced Search & Filtering: Find exactly what you're looking for

🚦 How to Run This Symphony

Prerequisites

Node.js 18+ (for mobile and web-admin)
Python 3.11+ (for backend)
Expo CLI (npm install -g expo-cli)
Git (to clone this repository)

🎼 Three-Part Startup Sequence

1. Start the Backend (The Foundation)

cd backend

# Create virtual environment
python -m venv venv

# Activate it (Windows)
venv\Scripts\activate

# Install dependencies
pip install -r requirements.txt

# Set up environment variables
copy .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your Supabase credentials

# Run the server
uvicorn main:app --reload --host 0.0.0.0 --port 8000

🎯 Expected: API running at http://localhost:8000 • Docs at http://localhost:8000/docs

2. Start the Web Admin (The Control Room)

cd web-admin

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Run the development server
npm run dev

🎯 Expected: Dashboard at http://localhost:3000

3. Start the Mobile App (The Experience)

cd mobile

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Start Expo development server
npx expo start --dev-client

🎯 Expected:

Expo server at http://localhost:8081
QR code for mobile device scanning
Option to run on Android/iOS emulator

🎪 All at Once (The Grand Opening)

For the ambitious conductor who wants the full orchestra:

# Terminal 1 - Backend
cd backend && venv\Scripts\activate && uvicorn main:app --reload --host 0.0.0.0 --port 8000

# Terminal 2 - Web Admin
cd web-admin && npm run dev

# Terminal 3 - Mobile App
cd mobile && npx expo start --dev-client

📁 Project Structure

PitchIn/
├── backend/                 # FastAPI backend
│   ├── app/
│   │   ├── routers/        # API endpoints (auth, founders, investors, etc.)
│   │   ├── models/         # Database models
│   │   ├── schemas/        # Pydantic schemas
│   │   └── services/       # Business logic
│   ├── supabase_schema.sql # Complete database schema
│   └── main.py            # Application entry point
├── [mobile/](https://github.com/BrozG/PitchIn-Mobile.git)                 # React Native + Expo app
│   ├── screens/           # All application screens
│   ├── components/        # Reusable UI components
│   └── App.js            # Main navigation stack
├── [web-admin/](https://github.com/BrozG/PitchIn-WebAdmin.git)             # Next.js admin dashboard
│   └── app/              # App router pages
└── resource/             # Media assets
    └── readme-intro.gif  # Platform introduction GIF

🔐 Environment Configuration

Create .env files in each component with these essential variables:

Backend (.env)

SUPABASE_URL=your_supabase_project_url
SUPABASE_ANON_KEY=your_supabase_anon_key
SUPABASE_SERVICE_ROLE_KEY=your_supabase_service_role_key
DATABASE_URL=postgresql://...
STRIPE_SECRET_KEY=sk_test_...
RAZORPAY_KEY_ID=rzp_test_...
RAZORPAY_KEY_SECRET=your_razorpay_secret

Mobile (.env)

EXPO_PUBLIC_API_URL=http://localhost:8000
EXPO_PUBLIC_SUPABASE_URL=your_supabase_project_url
EXPO_PUBLIC_SUPABASE_ANON_KEY=your_supabase_anon_key

🧪 Testing the Waters

Once all three services are running:

Visit the Admin Dashboard (http://localhost:3000)
- See the queue of sample founder applications
- Practice approving and rejecting (it's just demo data)
Explore the API Documentation (http://localhost:8000/docs)
- Try the /health endpoint
- Examine all available endpoints
Launch the Mobile App
- Scan the QR code with Expo Go on your phone
- Walk through the onboarding flow
- Experience the swipe-based discovery

🎯 What Makes Pitch In Special

The Human Touch in Digital Spaces

We believe technology should amplify human connection, not replace it. Every feature in Pitch In is designed to:

Reduce Anxiety - Clear progress indicators, gentle nudges
Increase Clarity - Unambiguous next steps, transparent processes
Foster Trust - Verified profiles, secure communications
Celebrate Progress - Milestone acknowledgments, small wins highlighted

The Algorithm with Empathy

Our matching algorithm considers not just:

Financial metrics (stage, amount, sector)
Personal compatibility (communication style, values alignment)
Timing synchronization (readiness of both parties)
Psychological fit (risk appetite, vision alignment)

🌈 The Road Ahead

Pitch In is a living platform, constantly evolving. Next horizons include:

AI-Powered Pitch Coaching - Real-time feedback on presentation style
Virtual Reality Deal Rooms - Immersive pitch experiences
Blockchain Verification - Immutable records of commitments
Global Expansion - Multi-currency, multi-language support
Community Features - Founder forums, investor masterclasses

🙏 Acknowledgments

This platform stands on the shoulders of:

Every founder who dared to dream bigger
Every investor who looked beyond the spreadsheet
The open-source community that makes such magic possible
The team who believed connections could be both meaningful and measurable

🤝 Contribution Guidelines

We welcome contributions! Please follow these steps:

Fork the repository
Create a feature branch: git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature
Commit your changes: git commit -m 'Add amazing feature'
Push to the branch: git push origin feature/amazing-feature
Open a Pull Request

Development Workflow

Follow our coding standards
Write unit tests for new features
Update documentation when making changes
Use descriptive commit messages
Keep PRs focused on a single feature/bug

Code Review Process

Automated CI checks (tests, linting)
Maintainer review within 48 hours
Address feedback through commits
Merge after 2 approvals

For detailed guidelines, see our CONTRIBUTING.md.

📜 License

Pitch In is released under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Permissions

Commercial use
Modification
Distribution
Private use

Limitations

Liability
Warranty

Requirements

License and copyright notice

"The best way to predict the future is to create it."
— Alan Kay

Ready to change how the world connects?

Start the symphony. Make your first match. Build something beautiful.

Pitch In — Where your next great partnership begins

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🚀 Pitch In - Where Dreams Meet Capital

⚡ Quick Start

🎬 Introduction

🎥 Platform Demo

📸 Screenshots

Mobile App

Web Admin

✨ What Is Pitch In?

🌟 The Vision

🏛️ Architectural Symphony

1. 📱 Mobile App (React Native + Expo)

2. 🖥️ Web Admin Dashboard (Next.js 14)

3. ⚡ Backend API (FastAPI + Supabase)

🎨 Design Philosophy

The Psychology of Connection

Color Palette as Emotion

🛠️ What Pitch In Supports

For Founders 🌱

For Investors 💼

For Administrators 🎛️

Technical Capabilities ⚙️

🚦 How to Run This Symphony

Prerequisites

🎼 Three-Part Startup Sequence

1. Start the Backend (The Foundation)

2. Start the Web Admin (The Control Room)

3. Start the Mobile App (The Experience)

🎪 All at Once (The Grand Opening)

📁 Project Structure

🔐 Environment Configuration

Backend (.env)

Mobile (.env)

🧪 Testing the Waters

🎯 What Makes Pitch In Special

The Human Touch in Digital Spaces

The Algorithm with Empathy

🌈 The Road Ahead

🙏 Acknowledgments

🤝 Contribution Guidelines

Development Workflow

Code Review Process

📜 License

Permissions

Limitations

Requirements

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