Creating a social network app lets you combine authentication, real-time updates, media uploads, and friend-based interaction into one robust full-stack project.
Features to include:
- User registration and profiles.
- Friend/follow system.
- Posting (text, images, videos).
- Likes, comments, and shares.
- Real-time notifications (e.g., Socket.IO or Firebase).
- Feed sorting (most recent, most liked).
Tech stack:
- Backend: Node.js (Express), Laravel, or Django
- Database: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Firebase
- Frontend: React or Vue
- File storage: AWS S3, Cloudinary, or Firebase Storage
Advanced ideas:
- Direct messaging/chat.
- Privacy settings and post visibility.
- Group or community features.
This is a challenging but impressive portfolio project that shows mastery of frontend, backend, and real-time technologies.