Brandeis Collab
TL;DR: Â In response to the tech layoffs in 2022 and 2023, I built a collaboration hub for my fellow students at Brandeis University. The platform was developed using EJS, Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB.
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Intro
In light of the widespread tech layoffs in 2022 and 2023, I took the initiative to establish a collaboration hub. This platform is designed to empower not just my classmates but CS students at large. It provides a space for them to bolster their portfolios, hone their teamwork skills, and immerse themselves in tangible project experiencesâproviding a valuable alternative to traditional summer internships. In light of the widespread tech layoffs in 2022 and 2023, I took the initiative to establish a collaboration hub. This platform is designed to empower not just my classmates but CS students at large. It provides a space for them to bolster their portfolios, hone their teamwork skills, and immerse themselves in tangible project experiencesâproviding a valuable alternative to traditional summer internships.
Backend
The backend of this website was built with node.js and express.js using Mongo Atlas as a database.
Front end
The front end of the product was made with EJS. I choose EJS because of its development speed, high-capability to integrate with Express, and its reliability.
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