How does the compatibility matching algorithm work for pairing participants at speed dating events?

MicrocosmWorks developed a multi-factor matching algorithm that considers participant preferences like age range, interests, and relationship goals, combined with a constraint satisfaction solver that maximizes the number of compatible pairings while ensuring every attendee meets someone who fits their stated criteria. The algorithm also implements anti-repetition logic for returning participants, so regulars are always paired with new faces rather than people they have already met at previous events.

How does the platform manage the real-time logistics of running a speed dating event with rotation schedules?

MicrocosmWorks built a real-time event management dashboard that generates optimized rotation schedules based on the number of participants and tables, handles late arrivals and early departures by dynamically adjusting pairings, and sends push notifications to participants' phones when it is time to rotate. The system uses a countdown timer visible to all participants and the event host, and automatically logs each pairing's duration for post-event analytics.

How do participants indicate mutual interest, and how does the platform handle match notifications after the event?

MicrocosmWorks implemented a private rating system where participants mark interest levels after each mini-date through the mobile web app, and the platform reveals mutual matches only after the event concludes to prevent in-event awkwardness. Match notifications are sent via email and SMS with a secure in-app messaging channel so matched participants can start conversations without exchanging personal contact information until they are both comfortable.

Can the platform support virtual speed dating events with video calls and the same matching experience?

Yes, MicrocosmWorks built a virtual event mode that integrates WebRTC video calling with the same matching algorithm and rotation logic, automatically connecting participants to video rooms based on the pairing schedule and rotating them at timed intervals. The virtual mode includes icebreaker prompt displays, background blur for privacy, and a lobby system that prevents participants from joining early and seeing their next match before the rotation.

What does it cost to build a custom speed dating event platform with compatibility matching?

MicrocosmWorks builds event platforms at development rates of $15-$35/hr, with a production-ready speed dating platform including registration, matching algorithm, event management, and post-event communication typically delivered in 2-3 months. The platform pays for itself quickly since event organizers can charge $25-$50 per ticket and the automated matching and logistics reduce the staffing needed to run each event from multiple coordinators to a single host.

Speed Dating Event Platform with Compatibility Matching A...

We built a full-stack speed dating platform with dynamic questionnaires, automated compatibility scoring, and role-based event management.

Architecture

Backend: Python Flask with SQLAlchemy ORM, JWT authentication
Frontend: React 19 with Material UI, Redux Toolkit, Formik/Yup
Image Storage: Cloudinary for profile photos
Email: Flask-Mail for notifications and match results
Auth: OTP-based email verification with three user roles

Matching System

Questionnaire Design - Hosts create multiple-choice and subjective questions with weights
Participant Responses - Users answer event-specific questionnaires before the event
Compatibility Scoring - Algorithm calculates match percentages based on answer alignment
Match Rounds - System generates optimal pairings with compatibility scores
Results Distribution - Matched pairs notified with compatibility percentages

Key Features

Three User Roles - Admin (platform-wide), Host (event management), User (participant)
Dynamic Questionnaires - Weighted questions with multiple-choice and free-text options
Location-Based Discovery - Users browse events by their city/region
Profile System - Photos, bio, interests, and gender for better matching
Automated Matching - Algorithm pairs participants based on questionnaire compatibility
Event Analytics - Statistics on participation, match rates, and engagement
Event Lifecycle - Create, activate, manage participants, run matching, deactivate

Data Flow

Host creates event with custom questionnaire
Users discover event by location and register
Participants complete questionnaire with weighted responses
Host triggers matching algorithm
System generates compatibility scores and match pairs
Results shared with participants

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