Task Management App

A productivity tool for teams to manage projects and track progress.

Next.js
TypeScript
Prisma

This task management application helps teams organize their work, track progress, and collaborate effectively. It provides a visual interface for managing tasks, setting deadlines, and monitoring project status.

Technologies Used

  • Frontend: Next.js with TypeScript
  • Backend: Next.js API routes
  • Database: Prisma ORM with PostgreSQL
  • Authentication: NextAuth.js for secure authentication
  • Real-time Updates: Socket.io for live collaboration
  • Deployment: Vercel

Key Features

Task Organization

  • Kanban board view with drag-and-drop functionality
  • List view for detailed task management
  • Calendar view for deadline tracking
  • Custom views and filters

Task Details

  • Rich text descriptions
  • File attachments
  • Subtasks and checklists
  • Time tracking and estimates

Team Collaboration

  • Task assignments and reassignments
  • Comments and discussions
  • @mentions for team members
  • Activity feed and notifications

Project Management

  • Project templates
  • Milestone tracking
  • Time reporting and analytics
  • Export functionality

Challenges and Solutions

The main challenge was creating a responsive and intuitive user interface that works well on both desktop and mobile devices. I addressed this by:

  1. Using a mobile-first design approach
  2. Implementing responsive layouts with Tailwind CSS
  3. Creating custom touch interactions for mobile users
  4. Extensive testing on various devices and screen sizes

Another significant challenge was implementing real-time collaboration features. I solved this by:

  1. Using Socket.io for instant updates across clients
  2. Implementing optimistic UI updates for a responsive feel
  3. Creating a robust conflict resolution system
  4. Adding offline support with local storage and synchronization