University Student Builds Fragrance-Themed Browser Arcade With 6 Games and AI Concierge

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Ibrahim, a university student and self-described fragrance enthusiast, built a browser-based platform called 'recommendmeafragrance' for the DEV Weekend Challenge's Passion prompt. The platform features six daily mini-games built around real perfume data, including notes, brands, release years, and price tiers. Games include a Wordle-style fragrance guesser, a note-based reveal game, and a feature that lets users pick notes to discover which existing perfume they have effectively invented. All games feed into a personal virtual shelf that tracks discovered fragrances and maintains daily streaks to encourage return visits. An AI Concierge is also available, allowing users to describe their mood or preferences and receive tailored fragrance recommendations.

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