Architected and deployed an enterprise learning management system from scratch using Next.js and Azure SQL. Built 10 interactive game types (drag-drop, hotspot, MCQs, scenarios) to gamify safety training delivery. Designed complete admin portal with curriculum & user management, analytics dashboards, achievement and RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) systems. Currently serving 500+ users in production.
Key Features & Architecture
- Full-stack pnpm monorepo architecture with modular game engine
- 10 interactive game types: drag-drop, hotspot, MCQs, true/false, scenarios, matching, sequencing, fill-in-the-blank, simulation, and assessment modules
- Complete admin portal: curriculum builder, user/role management, analytics export, progress tracking
- Achievement system with badges, leaderboards, and completion certificates
- RBAC implementation with granular permissions (Admin, Manager, Instructor, Learner roles)
- Real-time progress tracking and detailed analytics dashboards
- Mobile-responsive design with PWA capabilities
Technical Implementation
- Next.js 14 with App Router and Server Components for optimal performance
- Azure SQL Database with optimized schema for hierarchical learning content
- Custom game engine with reusable component library
- State management with Zustand for complex game interactions
- TypeScript for type-safe development
- Deployed on Azure App Service with auto-scaling configuration
Tech Stack
Next.js 14
React 18
TypeScript
Azure SQL
Azure App Service
Zustand
Tailwind CSS
Prisma ORM
NextAuth.js
pnpm
Impact & Results
- Successfully deployed serving 500+ active users across multiple departments
- Improved training completion rates by 40% through gamification
- Reduced training time by 25% compared to traditional classroom methods
- 98% user satisfaction rating based on internal surveys
- Zero critical bugs in production over 3-month period
