Introduction
Tianguiza is a web-based platform designed to enhance the visibility and accessibility of traditional markets, known as "tianguis," within the metropolitan area of Guadalajara, Jalisco. Created by a small team, including myself and two colleagues.
What Makes Tianguiza Stand Out?
The platform is doing more than just putting tianguis on the map—literally. With advanced mapping features, Tianguiza uses Turf.js to create accurate, detailed maps of over 30 local markets, allowing users to explore and navigate them with ease. Vendors can register their spots, and shoppers can check out market layouts to plan their visits. It’s a win-win.
Plus, the platform has been designed to be super user-friendly, ensuring it works smoothly on both mobile devices and desktops. This makes it easier for anyone —whether you're a local or a tourist— to find and explore Guadalajara’s vibrant markets online.
Why Is This Important?
Tianguis are a huge part of local culture, but they haven’t always had the digital exposure they deserve. Tianguiza changes that by giving these markets a digital presence that’s easy to access and explore, bringing in more foot traffic and connecting vendors with new customers. It’s helping preserve the tradition of these markets while giving them a modern twist.
Impact & Recognition
Here’s where things get exciting. Tianguiza has grown far beyond a small side project, people are really starting to notice. In just its first month, the platform attracted 2,700+ views, and it’s not just about traffic, people are sharing, talking about it, and spreading the word. Our social media reach has skyrocketed to over 16,000, with a community of 600+ followers actively engaging with us. It’s been amazing to see this kind of support and enthusiasm!
Oh, and don’t forget the Best Engineering Project Award at CETI! That was a big win and made all the long nights coding and debugging worth it.
That’s it! It’s been such a fun and rewarding journey, and I can’t wait to see where Tianguiza goes from here. If you’re ever curious about local markets in Guadalajara, check it out!