Product News & Updates

Enhanced Facility Search API with 10x Faster Response Time

Rolled out enhanced facility search API with faster response time, improving speed by a factor of 10 through refined pipelines and indexing.
Backend

Clustered Search Results on the Map

New Feature
Search results are now displayed in grouped clusters instead of individual pins, reducing clutter and improving map readability. This update also enhances performance, making it easier to navigate and interpret search results efficiently.

Redesigned Globe View for a Familiar Mapping Experience

The globe view layout has been redesigned to resemble popular mapping applications, making navigation more intuitive. The new layout improves the presentation of results on both desktop and mobile, enhancing usability and familiarity.
New Feature

Enhanced Map Navigation with Smooth Zooming and Panning

Zooming and panning animations have been improved for a more fluid and intuitive navigation experience. Transitions between map views, including when loading new results, now feel smoother and more responsive.
Improvement

Improved “Search Here” Functionality with Global Custom Selection

Clicking the “Search Here” button now highlights the selected area, similar to country selection. This custom selection appears as “Custom” in the search bar and is now applied app-wide. Thanks to the global structure of the app, selections
Improvement

Improved Opportunity Data for Fixed and Recurring Events

Opportunity listings now better accommodate both fixed-date opportunities with strict start and end dates and recurring opportunities that occur on a rolling basis or multiple times per year.
Backend
Improvement

Optimized Data Processing Pipeline for Real-Time Updates

A new, more efficient data processing system improves map visualization speed and detail. Automation ensures the latest data is consistently reflected in the app, reducing the need for manual updates and enhancing responsiveness.
Improvement

Dynamic Sorting and Filtering for Key Attributes

The backend now supports dynamic sorting and filtering based on language, stability indices, and travel dates, allowing for more precise data organization and retrieval.
Backend

Support for Local Search in Globe View

Users can now refresh search results locally when zoomed in on a specific town or region in globe view. This update enables a more precise exploration of nearby hospitals, nonprofits, and volunteer opportunities.
New Feature
Backend