Alumni-Student Networking App v2.0

A comprehensive platform connecting students with alumni for mentorship, career guidance, and internship opportunities.

Project Structure

• backend/: FastAPI-based server handling authentication, database management, and business logic.
• alumni_network_app/: Flutter mobile application providing a user-friendly interface for students and alumni.

Core Features

• Authentication: Secure JWT-based login with OTP verification support.
• User Profiles: Specialized profiles for students and alumni with professional/academic details.
• Alumni Directory: Searchable and filterable directory of the college's alumni network.
• Internship Board: Post/browse internships and manage applications directly in the app.
• Messaging: Real-time messaging between students and alumni.
• Events & Announcements: A feed for college news and networking events.

Getting Started

1. Prerequisites

• Python 3.8+
• Flutter SDK (latest stable)
• SQLite (for local development)
• PostgreSQL (recommended for production/Render)

2. Quick Start

For detailed instructions on each component, refer to their respective README files:

• Backend Setup
• Flutter App Setup
• api for backend : //static const String baseUrl = 'https://alumniapp-qths.onrender.com' and 'https://callum-unstigmatic-yappingly.ngrok-free.dev';

Render Note

If backend is deployed on Render, use PostgreSQL via DATABASE_URL.
Using local SQLite on Render can cause data reset on restart/redeploy.

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Created as part of the Alumni Association Network development.