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SecondChance

A web application that connects people giving away reusable household items with people looking for free items in their local community.

Technologies

ReactNode.jsExpress.jsMongoDBJWT

The Problem

Usable household items are frequently discarded while other people may need them. A simple platform was needed to make reuse and free-item discovery easier.

The Approach

Built a web application where authenticated users can create and browse listings for reusable household items, with backend APIs handling user access and item data.

Architecture

The application uses a web frontend connected to MongoDB-powered backend APIs. Authentication protects user access and supports secure item-listing interactions.

Key Features

  • —Secure user authentication
  • —Household-item giveaway listings
  • —Browse items available for reuse
  • —MongoDB-backed item and user data
  • —Backend API for application data management

Technical Challenges

Designing an intuitive listing and discovery flow while keeping account access and item-management operations secure.

Result

Produced a functional reuse-focused platform that helps connect donors with people seeking free household items.

Learnings

Improved understanding of building CRUD-based full-stack applications, authentication flows and MongoDB-backed REST APIs.

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