Overview
BengalByte is a regional short-news and hyperlocal updates platform focused on delivering timely, relevant information to local communities in a concise and accessible format.
Problem Statement
Regional audiences often lack fast, reliable access to hyperlocal news, with most platforms prioritizing national or global coverage over local issues.
Solution
- Built a lightweight, mobile-first news platform for hyperlocal audiences
- Designed a scalable content system for rapid publishing
- Enabled collaboration between editorial and operational workflows
Key Contributions
- Led all technical architecture and platform development
- Built and maintained the full-stack application
- Implemented content publishing, moderation, and performance optimizations
- Collaborated closely with co-founder handling operations and content
Impact
- Reached 5,000+ active readers
- Established a sustainable hyperlocal news presence
- Demonstrated effective tech–operations co-founder collaboration
Tech Stack
- React
- Node.js
- Cloud Hosting
- Content Management & Delivery