The problem Stack Overflow solves

Our project helps people solve problems by asking questions and getting answers from others in the community. Whether you're a developer facing a tricky coding issue or just curious about something, our platform makes it easy to find the help you need.

What It Does:
Share Knowledge Easily: If you're stuck on something, you can quickly post your question and get responses from people who know about it.

Get Different Perspectives: Our platform connects you with a diverse group of people, so you can hear different opinions and ideas.

Find Answers Fast: Need a solution right away? Our community is here to help you out, so you can keep moving forward without wasting time.

Learn New Things: Whether you're a beginner or an expert, our platform is a great place to learn. You can see real-world problems and solutions, which can help you grow your skills.

Trustworthy Information: We make sure that the best answers rise to the top, so you can trust the information you find on our platform.

Build Connections: Our community isn't just about finding answers—it's also about making friends and connections with people who share your interests.

In short, our project makes it easy to find help, learn new things, and connect with others in a supportive community.

Challenges we ran into

Backend vs. Frontend Misalignment:
In our project team, we divided tasks between backend and frontend development. However, sometimes the backend work progressed faster than the frontend tasks. This created a problem because even though the backend APIs were ready, the frontend team still needed assistance to integrate them properly. This led to delays and additional coordination efforts between the two teams.

GitHub Collaboration Issues:
Another challenge we encountered was with GitHub collaboration. Since all team members were making commits to the repository, it became difficult to track who made the last commit. This lack of clarity created confusion, especially when pulling changes from the repository. Often, conflicts arose due to merging different changesets, requiring additional time and effort to resolve them before pushing new changes.

Solutions Explored:
To address these challenges, we implemented several strategies:

Regular Sync Meetings: We scheduled regular sync meetings between the backend and frontend teams to ensure alignment and coordination. These meetings allowed both teams to discuss progress, address any blockers, and plan upcoming tasks collaboratively.

API Documentation: The backend team documented the APIs thoroughly, including usage instructions and sample responses. This helped the frontend team understand and integrate the APIs more efficiently without relying heavily on backend assistance.

Clear Communication Channels: We established clear communication channels within the team to discuss GitHub-related issues and track progress. By maintaining open communication and transparency, we were able to address concerns promptly and ensure everyone stayed informed about the latest changes.