CareQuorum
CareQuorum is a web application fostering connections between students and professionals, creating a platform for direct communication and group interaction. It focuses on mental health support and information sharing, offering tools like Treatment Navigator, Crisis Hotlines, Referrals, Self-Help Library, and Support Apps. CareQuorum is not just a platform; it’s a community that welcomes professionals, family members, friends, educators, and anyone supporting mental health.
Duration
2 Years
Team
5 Member
Platform
Web App
Audience
Public/Private/
Business
Frameworks
Key Features
01
User Types
Students and Professionals with defined professions and specializations.
02
Email Verification
Users receive email verification, and login is pending until verified by the site administrator.
03
Profile Management
Users can update their profiles, including profile picture, biography, work experience, education, and password.
04
Connections
Users can manage their connections, view friends, pending requests, and outgoing requests. Sorting options and search functionality are available.
05
Groups
Users can create, join, and manage groups. Both public and private groups are supported, with different visibility and approval mechanisms.
06
Posts
Users can create posts on their timelines and in groups. Posts can be liked, commented on, and reported. Anonymous posts are also supported.
07
Chat
One-to-one chat functionality is integrated for users to connect with others.
08
Referral Dashboard
Users can post referrals and openings, facilitating support within the community.
Key Features
01
User Management
Admin has access to all user data, can update user information, verify, unverify, and block users from the site.
02
Reported Posts and Comments
Admin can manage reported posts and comments, including deletion.
03
Tool Management
Admin can view and update information about tools available on the site based on user suggestions and recommendations.
04
Reports
Admin can generate reports on user registration and make announcements visible across the site.
Challenges
- User Verification and Approval
- Dynamic Form Handling
- User Friendship Database Design
Solution
- Implemented email verification and pending login until verified by the site administrator.
- Customized forms to handle nested options, continuously refining and exploring dynamic form generation methods.
- Utilized the Staudenmeir/laravel-merged-relationships package to streamline user relationship management and retrieval of friends.
Technology Stack
Frontend
Backend
Server
Testing
