Description

Connect is a dynamic social media platform designed to assist individuals in crafting a comprehensive life plan while fostering connections with like-minded people.

Technology Stack: Django Rest Framework (DRF), React, Bootstrap, PostgreSQL

Functionality Overview:

1.Login And Register-

Users can effortlessly create an account.

Login using their username with a secure authentication process(JWT Token authentication).

Successful login directs users to their personalized Profile Page.

2.Profile functionalities-

Users can update profile details and showcase their images.

Choose up to 10 areas of interest that define their passions and preferences.

3.MyProfile

Central hub containing all profile functionalities.

4.Friends Posts:

Displays posts from the user's friends.

Users can 'like' friends' posts with a one-time restriction, and delete their own posts.

Users can engage in conversations by posting comments.

5.All Posts:

Similar to Friends Posts with variations in UI.

Users can 'like' and comment on posts, but the delete option is restricted.

6.Friend Suggestions:

Presents a list of suggested profiles based on shared interests.

Facilitates the process of connecting with potential friends.

7.Life Plan:

Comprises 12 life areas for users to set plans.

Plans can span durations of 1 month to 10 years.

Prevents users from creating overlapping plans, ensuring focused goal-setting.

8.Inbox:

A dedicated space for private messages between users. Clicking on a friend reveals their chat history, promoting seamless communication.

9. My Connections:

Displays the user's friends.

Allows users to remove connections, maintaining control over their network.

10. Matching Algorithm:

Friend suggestions and connections are determined based on shared areas of interest chosen in the Profile section.

11.PDF Goal Generation:

Users can generate PDFs encapsulating their life plans, fostering tangible goal-setting.

"Aim of Connect is to create an interactive platform that not only facilitates social connections but empowers users to envision and work towards their life goals"