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🚀 Group Project Guidelines

// React-based web application project (25% of final grade)

Project Overview

Teams of 2–3 students will build a React-based web application that solves a real-world problem. This project represents 25% of your final grade and serves as the capstone experience for the course.

🎯 Project Goals

  • Apply all course concepts in a comprehensive project
  • Demonstrate proficiency in React development
  • Solve a real-world problem with web technology
  • Practice collaborative software development
  • Create a portfolio-worthy application

🔧 Core Requirements

// Your application must include all of these features

🔐 User Authentication

  • User registration and login system
  • Secure password handling
  • Session management
  • User profile management

🛡️ Protected Routes

  • Route protection based on authentication
  • Redirect unauthenticated users
  • Role-based access control (if applicable)
  • Proper navigation guards

🌐 External API Integration

  • Integration with at least one external API
  • Proper error handling for API calls
  • Loading states and user feedback
  • Data processing and display

⚙️ Technical Specifications

// Technical requirements and best practices

🛠️ Technology Stack

  • Frontend: React.js (latest version)
  • Routing: React Router
  • Styling: CSS3 or CSS-in-JS
  • State Management: React hooks or Context API
  • HTTP Client: fetch() or axios

📁 Project Structure

  • Well-organized component hierarchy
  • Separate files for components, styles, and utilities
  • Proper folder structure
  • Clear naming conventions
  • Modular and reusable components

💻 Code Quality

  • Clean, readable, and well-commented code
  • Proper error handling
  • Responsive design for mobile devices
  • Performance optimization
  • Accessibility considerations

🔧 Additional Features

  • Form validation
  • Loading indicators
  • Error messages and user feedback
  • Search and filtering capabilities
  • Data persistence (localStorage or backend)

💡 Project Ideas

// Suggested project categories and examples

📚 Educational

  • Online learning platform
  • Quiz and assessment system
  • Study group organizer
  • Course scheduling app
  • Academic progress tracker

🛍️ E-Commerce

  • Online marketplace
  • Product catalog with reviews
  • Shopping cart system
  • Inventory management
  • Order tracking system

🏥 Healthcare

  • Appointment booking system
  • Health tracking dashboard
  • Medical records manager
  • Fitness and nutrition tracker
  • Medication reminder app

🌐 Social

  • Social networking platform
  • Event planning and RSVP system
  • Community forum
  • Real-time chat application
  • Collaboration workspace

💼 Business

  • Project management tool
  • Customer relationship manager
  • Invoice and billing system
  • Employee management system
  • Analytics dashboard

🎮 Entertainment

  • Movie/TV show tracker
  • Music playlist manager
  • Recipe sharing platform
  • Travel planning app
  • Gaming community platform

📋 Deliverables

// What you need to submit and when

📝 1. Proposal Submission

Due: Week 6

  • Project Idea: Detailed description of your application
  • Team Members: List of team members and roles
  • Technical Approach: Technologies and APIs you plan to use
  • Prototype/Mockup: Basic wireframes or design mockups
  • Timeline: Development milestones and deadlines

🚀 2. Final Project Submission

Due: Week 17

  • GitHub Repository: Complete source code with README
  • Live Demo: Deployed application (Netlify, Vercel, etc.)
  • Documentation: Installation and usage instructions
  • Video Demo: 5-10 minute demonstration video
  • Presentation: Live demonstration in class

📊 Evaluation Criteria

// How your project will be graded

Criteria Weight Description
Functionality 50% All core requirements implemented correctly, application works as intended
Code Quality 10% Clean, well-organized, commented code following best practices
User Interface 20% Attractive, responsive design with good user experience
Innovation 10% Creative features, unique approach to solving the problem
Presentation 10% Clear demonstration, good communication of project features

👥 Team Guidelines

// Working effectively as a team

🤝 Team Formation

  • Teams of 2-3 students only
  • Self-selected teams preferred
  • Instructor will assign if needed
  • No team changes after proposal submission

📋 Role Distribution

  • Project Manager: Coordinates team activities
  • Frontend Developer: UI/UX implementation
  • Backend Developer: API integration and logic
  • Note: Roles can overlap based on team size

🔄 Collaboration Tools

  • Git/GitHub: Version control and code sharing
  • Communication: WhatsApp, Discord, or Slack
  • Planning: Trello, Notion, or GitHub Projects
  • Documentation: README files and comments

⚠️ Team Issues

  • Address conflicts early and professionally
  • Document individual contributions
  • Contact instructor for serious issues
  • All team members receive same grade unless issues reported

🛠️ Resources and Support

// Tools and resources to help you succeed

📚 Learning Resources

🚀 Deployment Platforms

💬 Support Channels

  • Office hours with instructor
  • Course discussion forum
  • Peer collaboration and help
  • Online communities (Stack Overflow, Reddit)