14 DAY TRIAL // Who would have taught that a Chromebook could be the subject of a heart-warming story? A homeless man living in the US has apparently managed to create an Android and iOS app on his refurbished Chromebook called “Trees for Cars.”
According to Neowin, Leo Grand apparently learned to code in just 16 weeks (aided by programmer Patrick McConlogue who taught him for free and also gave him the Google Chromebook) and so managed to produce this piece of software that aims to help protect the environment by bringing drivers and passengers looking for a ride together. Basically, it’s a carpooling service of sorts.
The app works by allowing the driver to set up a meeting point. Then “Trees for Cars” will suggest possible nearby passengers. The idea behind the app is for people to share rides in order to reduce the number of cars on the roads. In turn, CO2 levels will go down and the environment will be pollution-free (in theory).
The app can now be downloaded from both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store for only $0.99 / €0.72. The money raised by selling the app will go to Grand who has high hopes of making it into the programming business.