v0.1 Prototype

Application Prototype

CampusConnect v0.1, Prototype Overview

A functional prototype demonstrating the core features, system architecture, and user experience of the CampusConnect student services platform.

Version

v0.1 Prototype

Status

Functional Prototype

Platform

Web Application (React + Node.js)

Target Users

Community College Students

What Is CampusConnect?

CampusConnect is a web-based application prototype designed to serve as a centralized hub for community college students. It integrates the most critical academic tools, assignment management, tutoring scheduling, campus notifications, and peer collaboration, into a single, intuitive dashboard.

System Architecture

CampusConnect follows a three-layer architecture that separates concerns and ensures scalability.

Presentation Layer (UI)

React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS

The front-end interface students interact with. Built with React for dynamic rendering and Tailwind CSS for responsive, accessible design.

Application Logic Layer

Node.js, Express.js, REST API

Handles business logic, data processing, and API routing. Express.js serves as the backend framework managing all server-side operations.

Data Layer

JSON Data Store / API Integration

Manages persistent data including user profiles, assignments, and scheduling. Designed to integrate with existing college LMS systems via API.

Prototype Features

Dashboard Overview

Implemented

Personalized home screen showing upcoming assignments, notifications, and quick-access tools.

Assignment Tracker

Implemented

Create, view, and manage assignments with due dates, priority levels, and completion status.

Tutoring Scheduler

Prototype

Browse available tutors by subject, view time slots, and book sessions with confirmation.

Campus Notifications

Prototype

Real-time notification feed for campus events, deadline reminders, and announcements.

Collaboration Workspace

Planned

Shared workspace for group projects with file sharing, messaging, and task assignment.

Platform Integration

Planned

API connections to Canvas LMS, Google Drive, and college email systems.

Technology Stack

Frontend FrameworkReact 19 + TypeScript

StylingTailwind CSS + shadcn/ui

BackendNode.js + Express.js

Build ToolVite

Version ControlGit

DeploymentGoDaddy Airo

Development Roadmap

Phase 1, Foundation

Complete

Project setup, routing, layout system, homepage, navigation

Phase 2, Core Features

In Progress

Dashboard UI, assignment tracker, notification system

Phase 3, Collaboration

Planned

Tutoring scheduler, group workspaces, messaging

Phase 4, Integration

Planned

Canvas LMS API, Google Drive, college email integration