About Time Capsule

Time Capsule is a Django-based web application built to preserve memories and messages for future delivery.

Project Overview

This project was created to provide a simple yet powerful way to:

• Write messages to your future self
• Capture moments for loved ones
• Schedule delivery for years to come
• Preserve memories with images

Technology Choices

Why Django?

• Robust authentication system
• Excellent ORM for database management
• Built-in admin panel
• Strong security features

Why Celery?

• Reliable task scheduling
• Asynchronous email delivery
• Scalable background processing

Why SendGrid?

• High deliverability rates
• Beautiful HTML email templates
• Reliable API
• Free tier for testing

Why Redis?

• Fast message broker
• Persistent task queue
• Simple setup

Live Demo

Try the live application: time-capsule-xjtz.onrender.com

Use Cases

• Future Self - Write letters to yourself years in advance
• Birthday Messages - Schedule birthday wishes for loved ones
• Time-Delayed Gifts - Send surprise messages on special dates
• Memory Preservation - Capture moments to revisit later
• Goal Tracking - Set goals and receive reminders in the future

Project Stats

• Backend: Django 5.0+ with Python
• Database: SQLite (dev) / PostgreSQL (prod)
• Task Queue: Celery with Redis
• Email Service: SendGrid
• Documentation: Next.js with Fumadocs

Features Highlight

✅ User authentication and registration
✅ Time-locked capsules
✅ Scheduled email delivery
✅ Image attachments
✅ Real-time status tracking
✅ Beautiful email templates
✅ Admin management panel
✅ Responsive design

Future Enhancements

Potential features for future versions:

• Multiple recipients per capsule
• Video/audio attachments
• Capsule editing
• Social sharing
• Recurring capsules
• Mobile app