Miguel Carvalho

• Developed an application to facilitate pet adoption and provide a platform for connecting potential pet owners with pets in need
• Developed a pet adoption platform using React for the frontend, connecting potential pet owners with pets. Implemented user registration, detailed pet listings, advanced search and filter options, and streamlined adoption processes. Included real-time notifications and a responsive design for seamless cross-device experience. Backend built with Node.js, Express, and MongoDB for scalable data management, with JWT for secure authentication.

• Developed a platform for book exchange and donation, promoting sustainability and knowledge sharing. Integrated a Book Registration System with the Google Books API for detailed book information. Implemented an Exchange and Donation System for managing requests and reviewing transactions. Created personalized user profiles for tracking books and accumulating points redeemable for rewards. Enabled a rating and commenting system to foster a trustworthy community of readers using React, Node.js, Express, MongoDB, and JWT.

• Developed a marina management system for efficient control of moorings and boat management. Implemented detailed boat data recording, real-time availability checks, and flexible booking adjustments. Evolved the system from Java to version 2.0 with MongoDB integration and a modern JavaFX interface. Added functionalities for generating detailed reports on marina occupancy and boat stay history, enhancing operational efficiency and user satisfaction. Technologies Used: Java, JavaFX, MongoDB.

• Developed a Netflix-like platform using Angular for browsing, watching, and managing movies and TV shows. Implemented secure user authentication, personalized profiles, and integration with external APIs for detailed movie information. Added advanced search and filter options, user-managed watchlists, and responsive design for seamless cross-device experience. Technologies used: Angular. Check it out: mcflix.netlify.app

• Developed a chess game system using Java, focusing on object-oriented programming (OOP) and data structures. Utilized key OOP principles, including encapsulation, inheritance, and enumerations, to structure the game. Implemented robust exception handling and a layered architecture for better organization. Used a matrix-based board to facilitate move validation, ensuring all moves comply with chess rules. Provided a simple, interactive console-based user interface for gameplay.

Development of an online newsletter management platform

• Developed a comprehensive newsletter management system using Laravel Framework PHP, automating content creation, organization, and distribution. The platform allows users to generate, edit, and delete news items to create personalized newsletters tailored to their audience. It facilitates efficient organization by enabling users to categorize news items, ensuring that relevant content is grouped together. The system streamlines the process of sending newsletters to subscribers, reducing manual effort and minimizing errors. A dynamic preview and editing system was implemented, allowing users to review newsletters in real-time before sending them out. This feature provides a user-friendly interface for editing content, adjusting layouts, and formatting text, ensuring that the final product meets high-quality standards. Technologies Used: Laravel Framework PHP, Bootstrap, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript.