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Module: Capstone Project

Project Planning

React Capstone Project: Project Planning

1. Project Overview

  • Project Title: [Choose a compelling title - e.g., "RecipeHub", "TaskMaster", "Movie Mania"]
  • Project Goal: [Clearly state the purpose of the application. e.g., "To create a web application allowing users to discover, save, and share recipes.", "To build a task management application with prioritization and collaboration features.", "To develop a movie database and review platform."]
  • Target Audience: [Who is this application for? Be specific. e.g., "Home cooks of all skill levels", "Individuals and small teams needing task organization", "Movie enthusiasts and critics"]
  • Brief Description: [A concise summary of the application's functionality. e.g., "RecipeHub allows users to search for recipes by ingredient, cuisine, or dietary restriction. Users can create accounts to save favorite recipes and share them with friends.", "TaskMaster enables users to create tasks, assign due dates, set priorities, and collaborate with others on projects.", "Movie Mania provides a searchable database of movies, user reviews, and trailers."]

2. Features

  • Core Features (Must-Have):
    • [Feature 1 - e.g., User Authentication (Login/Registration)] - Description: Allows users to create accounts and securely log in.
    • [Feature 2 - e.g., Data Display (Recipe Listing/Task Board/Movie Cards)] - Description: Presents data in a clear and organized manner.
    • [Feature 3 - e.g., Data Input (Recipe Creation/Task Addition/Movie Review Submission)] - Description: Enables users to add new data to the application.
    • [Feature 4 - e.g., Search Functionality] - Description: Allows users to quickly find specific items.
    • [Feature 5 - e.g., Data Persistence (Saving Recipes/Tasks/Reviews)] - Description: Stores user data so it's available across sessions.
  • Stretch Goals (Nice-to-Have):
    • [Feature 6 - e.g., Filtering/Sorting] - Description: Allows users to refine search results.
    • [Feature 7 - e.g., User Profiles] - Description: Displays user-specific information and activity.
    • [Feature 8 - e.g., Collaboration Features (Sharing/Commenting)] - Description: Enables users to interact with each other.
    • [Feature 9 - e.g., Responsive Design] - Description: Ensures the application works well on different devices.
    • [Feature 10 - e.g., API Integration (e.g., external recipe API)] - Description: Enhances functionality by leveraging external data sources.

3. Technology Stack

  • Frontend:
    • React: JavaScript library for building user interfaces.
    • JavaScript (ES6+): Programming language.
    • HTML5/CSS3: Structure and styling of the application.
    • State Management: [Choose one: Context API, Redux, Zustand] - Justification: [Explain why you chose this state management solution]
    • Routing: React Router - For navigation between different views.
    • UI Library (Optional): [Choose one: Material-UI, Ant Design, Bootstrap] - Justification: [Explain why you chose this UI library, or why you're not using one]
  • Backend (Choose one):
    • Node.js/Express: JavaScript runtime environment and web application framework.
    • Firebase: Backend-as-a-Service (BaaS).
    • Supabase: Open-source Firebase alternative.
    • Justification: [Explain why you chose this backend solution]
  • Database (Dependent on Backend):
    • MongoDB: NoSQL database (if using Node.js/Express).
    • Firestore: NoSQL database (if using Firebase).
    • PostgreSQL: Relational database (if using Supabase).
  • Other Tools:
    • Git/GitHub: Version control.
    • npm/yarn: Package manager.
    • VS Code/Preferred IDE: Code editor.
    • Testing Library (Optional): Jest, React Testing Library - For unit and integration testing.

4. Project Timeline & Milestones

Milestone Description Estimated Completion Date Status
Setup & Planning Project setup, technology stack finalized, initial project structure. [Date] To Do
User Authentication Implement user registration, login, and logout functionality. [Date] To Do
Data Model Design Define the structure of the data (e.g., recipes, tasks, movies). [Date] To Do
Core Feature 1 Implementation Implement [Feature 1 from Features section]. [Date] To Do
Core Feature 2 Implementation Implement [Feature 2 from Features section]. [Date] To Do
Core Feature 3 Implementation Implement [Feature 3 from Features section]. [Date] To Do
Core Feature 4 Implementation Implement [Feature 4 from Features section]. [Date] To Do
Data Persistence Integration Connect frontend to backend and database. [Date] To Do
Core Feature 5 Implementation Implement [Feature 5 from Features section]. [Date] To Do
Testing & Bug Fixing Thoroughly test the application and fix any identified bugs. [Date] To Do
Stretch Goal Implementation (Optional) Implement one or more stretch goals. [Date] To Do
Deployment Deploy the application to a hosting platform (e.g., Netlify, Vercel, Heroku). [Date] To Do
Final Documentation & Presentation Complete project documentation and prepare a presentation. [Date] To Do

5. Data Model (Example - adjust based on project)

  • Recipe (Example):
    • id: (String - Unique Identifier)
    • title: (String)
    • ingredients: (Array of Strings)
    • instructions: (String)
    • cuisine: (String)
    • imageUrl: (String - URL to image)
    • userId: (String - ID of user who created the recipe)
  • Task (Example):
    • id: (String)
    • title: (String)
    • description: (String)
    • dueDate: (Date)
    • priority: (String - "High", "Medium", "Low")
    • completed: (Boolean)
    • userId: (String)

6. UI/UX Considerations

  • Wireframes/Mockups: [Link to wireframes or mockups - Figma, Balsamiq, etc. Even hand-drawn sketches are helpful.]
  • Color Palette: [Describe the color scheme.]
  • Typography: [Describe the fonts used.]
  • User Flow: [Describe the typical user journey through the application.]
  • Accessibility: [Consider accessibility best practices (e.g., ARIA attributes, semantic HTML).]

7. Potential Challenges & Mitigation Strategies

Challenge Mitigation Strategy
Backend Integration Complexity Start with a simpler backend solution (e.g., Firebase) or break down the integration into smaller, manageable steps.
State Management Complexity Choose a state management solution that aligns with the project's complexity. Start simple and add complexity only if needed.
Time Constraints Prioritize core features and defer stretch goals if necessary. Focus on delivering a functional MVP (Minimum Viable Product).
Debugging Difficulties Utilize debugging tools and techniques. Write clear and concise code. Seek help from online resources or mentors.
Deployment Issues Research the deployment process thoroughly and test the deployment locally before deploying to production.