Observed arrival · 2026-11-02
HostelHive makes hostel gate access a server-side decision
An open-source hostel-management system pairs student QR passes and staff tools with ESP32 gate scanners.
○Open
⊠Login
$Paid
†Ads
✦Pretty
●Pro
◎Niche
◉Human
⚑Risk
ƒJS
- For
- Hostel administrators and wardens
- Worth noticing
- The ESP32 scanner fails closed on network errors; staff can use a logged override, and each gate has replaceable credentials.
Field notes
The public page divides the system into four parts: a Go/PostgreSQL/Firebase backend, a React/TypeScript/Vite web frontend, a Flutter mobile app, and ESP32 scanner firmware. It says the project began as a SENG 34213 project at the University of Kelaniya, and that its built-in API explorer documents 107 operations. The page also reports a 100 Lighthouse performance score for the student sign-in page; sign-in is handled by Firebase.
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○OpenPublic substance visible
⊠LoginAccess appeared gated
✦PrettyNotable craft visible
●ProPolished or operationally mature
◎NicheUnusually specific use
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