GlobalEd University Mobile App

Introduction

We worked with GlobalEd University, a forward-thinking educational institution, to develop a comprehensive Mobile App for students, faculty, and staff. The app was designed to enhance the overall university experience by providing seamless access to important information, academic resources, and campus services. The goal was to create a user-friendly platform that empowers students to manage their academic life on the go while enabling faculty and staff to stay connected with university operations.

Project Components

1. Student Dashboard: A personalized dashboard that gives students access to their class schedules, grades, assignments, and notifications all in one place.
2. Course Management: The app includes a course enrollment feature, allowing students to browse and register for courses, view course materials, and track their progress throughout the semester.
3. Event Calendar: The app provides a comprehensive university event calendar, showcasing upcoming academic deadlines, campus events, and extracurricular activities.
4. Campus Services: Features like library access, dining hall menus, and campus maps ensure that students can easily navigate university resources.
5. Faculty Portal: Faculty members can use the app to post grades, manage courses, communicate with students, and track attendance.
6. Push Notifications: Important updates such as exam dates, class cancellations, and event reminders are delivered through push notifications to keep users informed.
7. Payment and Financial Aid: Students can pay their tuition, view financial aid details, and manage their student accounts directly within the app.
8. Messaging System: A built-in messaging platform allows students and faculty to communicate seamlessly, fostering better collaboration.
9. Mobile Responsiveness: Designed for both Android and iOS, the app ensures optimal performance across devices.

Tools and Technologies Used

• Design & Prototyping: Figma, Sketch
• Frontend Development: React Native for cross-platform mobile app development
• Backend Development: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: Firebase for real-time data management and cloud storage
• Push Notifications: Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM)
• Version Control: Git, Bitbucket for source code management
• Third-party Integrations: Google Maps API, Payment Gateway (Stripe)