CodeBuddyByJohn

CodeBuddyByJohn is a platform that connects developers with mentors or experienced programmers who can provide guidance, code reviews, and advice on their projects. It aims to facilitate knowledge sharing and mentorship within the developer community.

Features

• User Profiles: Developers can create profiles detailing their skills, areas of expertise, availability, and preferred communication channels.
• Matching Algorithm: Utilize a matching algorithm to pair developers seeking mentorship with suitable mentors based on their skills, experience, and preferences.
• Messaging System: Implement a messaging system to facilitate communication between mentors and mentees. Include features like file sharing and code snippet sharing for better collaboration.
• Code Reviews: Allow mentors to provide code reviews and feedback on mentees' projects to help them improve their coding skills and best practices.
• Scheduling: Integration with calendar systems to schedule mentorship sessions and meetings.
• Community Forums: Include community forums where developers can ask questions, share resources, and engage in discussions on various programming topics.
• Feedback and Ratings: Enable mentees to provide feedback and ratings for their mentorship experiences to maintain quality standards.
• Progress Tracking: Track the progress of mentees over time and provide insights and recommendations for their development journey.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (React, Vue.js, or Angular)
• Backend: Node.js with Express.js
• Database: MongoDB or PostgreSQL for storing user profiles, messages, and feedback.
• Authentication: Use JWT for user authentication and authorization.
• Real-time Communication: WebSocket technology for real-time messaging.
• Calendar Integration: Utilize APIs such as Google Calendar API for scheduling.

Getting Started

To get a local copy of the project up and running, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/Johnbuz/CodeBuddyByJohn

2. Navigate to the project directory:

cd CodeBuddyByJohn in your terminal

3. Install dependencies:

npm install

4. Start the development server:

npm start

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! If you have ideas for improvements or new features, feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.