COMPETITION & PRACTICE PLATFORM by Syeda Zehra Taqvi

COMPETITION & PRACTICE PLATFORM

Syeda Zehra Taqvi

Project Manager

Fullstack Engineer

Web Developer

MongoDB

Next.js

PayPal

Project Overview

Link: https://thebrainsmasher.com/

Client: The Brain Smasher

Duration: 4 months

Role: Lead Developer & Project Manager

Objective: Build a dynamic competition platform that allows users to engage in various games and compete for scholarships based on their performance. The platform utilizes gamification, community engagement, and competitive gameplay to motivate users in their learning journey.

Requirements & Key Objectives

User Registration and Authentication: Implement a secure user registration and login system with email verification and anonymous participation options.

Game Variety: Offer a diverse selection of games that include problem-solving, quizzes, and competitive activities.

Competition Management: Develop a comprehensive competition management system where users can browse, join, and participate in competitions.

Performance Tracking: Include features for users to track their progress, view scores, and see leaderboards.

Scholarship Evaluation: Establish criteria for scholarship eligibility based on users' performance in games.

Admin Dashboard: Provide an admin interface for managing competitions, user activity, and game content.

Monetization: Integrate payment solutions for competition entry fees and in-app purchases.

System Architecture Design

User Side

User Authentication:

Users register with personal details and verify their email to create an account, ensuring security and identity verification.

Game Play Mechanics:

Users can access a variety of games, competing against themselves or others to earn points and track their performance.

Progress Visualization:

Users can view their scores, rankings, and history of participation, promoting engagement and a sense of achievement.

Admin Side

Competition Management:

Admins can create, manage, and monitor competitions, specifying rules, entry fees, and schedules.

Content Moderation:

Admins have tools to review user-generated content, ensuring compliance with platform standards.

Performance Analytics:

Admins access analytics dashboards to review user engagement, competition outcomes, and overall platform health.

Tech Stack Overview

React & Node.js:

React is used for the front end, providing a responsive user interface that enhances user experience.

Node.js powers the back-end, efficiently handling API requests and user data management.

MongoDB Atlas:

Utilized for its scalability and flexibility, storing user data, game information, and competition results in a JSON-like structure.

AWS:

The application is deployed on AWS, utilizing CI/CD pipelines for reliable hosting and seamless updates, ensuring efficient management and scalability.

Challenges & Solutions

Challenge: We underestimated the scope of the competition feature compared to practice games, leading to inadequate time allocation for development.

Solution: We addressed this by adding more resources to the project, ensuring we met deadlines without compromising quality.

Challenge: To prevent users from cheating by replaying competitions excessively, we needed a robust solution.

Solution: Once a competition is loaded, the database tracks user participation. This means that after playing, the user can only submit their score; they cannot replay the competition by reloading the page unless they participate again in a new competition.

Project Delivery Overview for Brain Smasher

The project followed an agile methodology with iterative development cycles, focusing on user feedback and continuous improvement. Key features such as game integration, competition management, and performance tracking were developed and tested in parallel, ensuring a cohesive experience.

The final product exceeded client expectations, showcasing a lively platform that fosters competition, engagement, and learning.

Key Takeaways

User-Centric Design: Prioritized a straightforward, engaging user experience that encourages competition and community interaction.

Scalability: Built with future expansion in mind, allowing for new games, features, and increased user engagement.

Leadership & Collaboration: Led a cross-functional team, fostering a collaborative environment to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget.

Thank You

Thank you for reviewing this case study. I look forward to exploring more innovative projects and collaborating in the future.

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Posted Sep 26, 2024

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