CodeMatrix

About

CodeMatrix is a coding platform designed to provide an interactive coding experience. It allows users to enhance their coding skills by solving algorithmic challenges, submitting their solutions, and competing on global leaderboards. With a focus on usability and performance, it is the ideal platform for both novice and experienced coders to practice and improve their programming abilities.

Features

• User Authentication: Users can sign in to their accounts to access personalized features and track their progress.
• Problem Statements: Users can browse and access a wide range of coding problems, organized into various difficulty levels.
• Solution Submission: Users can submit their solutions to problems and receive immediate feedback on correctness and performance.
• Scoring System: Points are awarded based on the speed and efficiency of the solution, encouraging optimized and faster problem-solving.
• Global Leaderboard: A dynamic leaderboard displays top performers across daily, weekly, monthly, and all-time rankings, fostering a competitive and engaging environment

Installation

To set up and run the CodeMatrix platform locally, follow these steps:

1. Clone the Repository

Clone the repository to your local machine:

git clone <repository-url>
cd CodeMatrix

2. Set Up the Frontend

1. Navigate to the Frontend Directory:

   cd frontend
   

2. Install Frontend Dependencies: Install the necessary dependencies:

   npm install
   

3. Start the Frontend Development Server: Launch the frontend development server:

   npm start
   

   The frontend will be accessible at http://localhost:5173.

3. Set Up Firebase Functions

Pre-requisites:

• Ensure you have Node.js and npm installed.
• Install Firebase CLI if you haven’t already:

  npm install -g firebase-tools

4. Configure Firebase

Firebase Configuration:

1. Make sure you have a Firebase project created in the Firebase Console.

2. Configure your Firebase CLI to use your Firebase project:

   firebase login
   firebase use --add`
   

   Follow the prompts to select your Firebase project.

5. Set Up the Backend

1. Navigate to the Backend Directory:

   cd ../backend
   

2. Install Backend Dependencies: Install the necessary dependencies:

   npm install
   

Future Improvements

• Enhanced Problem Types: Expanding problem types and categories to include more diverse and challenging problems.
• Code Review System: Implementing a feature for peer code reviews to provide feedback and suggestions.
• Real-Time Collaboration: Adding real-time collaborative coding features for group problem-solving.