Bull-Mart

Built Bull-Mart, a full-stack web application using HTML/CSS, React.js, Node.js, and MongoDB, enabling USF students to buy and sell used products while managing user profiles, listings, and transactions. Designed responsive interfaces with Bootstrap, integrated Google Maps API for location-based features, and implemented JWT authentication for secure, role-based access control.

May 2021 – July 2021
HTML/CSSMongoDBReact.jsNode.jsBootstrapJWT
Bull-Mart

The Challenge

USF students needed a reliable platform to buy and sell used products within their community, but existing solutions lacked campus-specific features and secure user authentication. Students required a trusted marketplace with location-based listings and robust user management.

The Solution

Developed a full-stack MERN application specifically designed for USF students, featuring secure JWT authentication, location-based listings with Google Maps integration, and responsive design for optimal mobile experience. The platform enables safe peer-to-peer transactions within the university community.

Technical Highlights

  • Built full-stack application using React.js, Node.js, and MongoDB with RESTful API architecture
  • Implemented JWT authentication system for secure user registration and login
  • Integrated Google Maps API for location-based product listings and proximity search
  • Designed responsive UI with Bootstrap ensuring optimal experience across all devices
  • Created role-based access control protecting 10+ REST API endpoints

Key Results & Impact

Launched full-stack MERN application with 50+ active users
Designed responsive UI with Bootstrap & integrated Google Maps API
Engineered secure authentication system using JWT
Protected 10+ REST API endpoints with role-based access control
Enabled location-based listings for USF students

Business Impact

Bull-Mart creates a sustainable, community-driven marketplace that reduces waste and provides economic benefits to students. The platform demonstrates expertise in full-stack development, user authentication, and location-based services - essential skills for modern web applications.

Key Achievements

Launched full-stack MERN application with 50+ active users
Designed responsive UI with Bootstrap & integrated Google Maps API
Engineered secure authentication system using JWT
Protected 10+ REST API endpoints with role-based access control
Enabled location-based listings for USF students

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