Project Overview

A collaborative task management application designed for teams to organize, track, and complete projects efficiently. Features real-time collaboration, drag-and-drop interfaces, and comprehensive project analytics.

Key Features

• Real-time Collaboration: Live updates when team members make changes
• Drag & Drop Interface: Intuitive Kanban-style boards
• Project Analytics: Visual reports and progress tracking
• Team Management: Role-based permissions and team organization
• Notifications: Real-time notifications for task updates
• Time Tracking: Built-in time tracking for productivity analysis

Technologies Used

• Frontend: Vue.js 3 with Composition API
• Backend: Django REST Framework
• Database: PostgreSQL for data persistence
• Caching: Redis for session management and caching
• Real-time: WebSockets with Django Channels
• Styling: Vuetify for Material Design components

Architecture Highlights

Real-time Updates

Implemented WebSocket connections using Django Channels to provide instant updates when tasks are created, modified, or moved between columns.

Optimistic UI Updates

Used optimistic updates on the frontend to provide immediate feedback while API calls are in progress, with rollback functionality for failed operations.

Caching Strategy

Implemented Redis caching for frequently accessed data like user permissions and project metadata to improve response times.

Learning Outcomes

• Advanced Vue.js patterns and reactive programming
• WebSocket implementation for real-time features
• Django REST Framework best practices
• Database optimization and query performance
• Caching strategies and implementation