React 3D Earth Globe (react-globe.gl) – Match Drop Animation (Web & PWA)
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Animation, Web Development, Frontend Development, React.js Framework, Three.js, Tailwind CSS, Vite · We are looking for an experienced React / WebGL Developer to build an interactive 3D Earth Globe component for our matchmaking platform, IAMeetYou.
The goal is to recreate a visually compelling, dynamic animation when user matches/compatibilities are found. A short reference video (Map video site.mp4) is attached showing the expected visual result and timing.
Key Requirements & Features:
3D Night Earth Globe: Render a realistic night-time Earth with night lights and a starry background space.
Pin Drop Animation: When match coordinates are passed, 3D pins must dynamically drop from space and plant themselves on the target location. (Note: The pins must be slightly smaller than the ones shown in the reference video).
User Match Representation: Each pin represents a highly compatible user. The component must allow attaching specific user data (ID, score) to each pin, ready to trigger a mini-profile when tapped/clicked.
Synchronized Impact Shockwave: A glowing shockwave effect must trigger right at the moment of impact.
Mobile & PWA Ready (Crucial): Our platform is a web app and a PWA. The 3D globe must be 100% responsive and fully support mobile touch gestures (swipe to rotate,