codeForCoupons

Inspiration

I wanted to see if there was a way to generate an incentive to code based on specific interests, rather than an already established interest to code.

What it does

codeForCoupons introduces under-represented groups in a tech to coding by letting them unlock discount codes through simple coding tutorials and exercises

How I built it

I used Node.js for back end with Express as my web framework. I was able to tie in PostgreSQL really nicely with "pg", a PostgreSQL wrapper for Node.js.

Challenges I ran into

The main challenge I ran into was implementing a log in system for the first time.

Accomplishments that I'm proud of

I got the log in system working and I made the initial tutorial simple enough to follow but a tad challenging for beginners.

What I learned

I learned how to implement and host a back end (all my back end projects have been super simple and were local). How to make a log in system, and how to tie PostgreSQL in with Node.js (I've only done MongoDB with Node).

What's next for codeForCoupons

I plan on taking the project farther and maybe try to partner with certain companies to get exclusive discount codes. Maybe even try to get a decent user base. I will be using it to learn React from here on out!

Built With

• express.js
• javascript
• node.js
• postgresql