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Micro Consulting Marketplace

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Micro Consulting Marketplace

Overview

The Micro Consulting Marketplace is a real-time platform connecting users with domain experts for quick, affordable 15-minute consultations.

It enables instant access to professional guidance for debugging, code reviews, and technical mentoring.

Key Features

• Real-Time Availability System: Built live status updates for consultants.

• Instant Session Matching: Implemented immediate booking and session creation.

• Video Conferencing: Integrated WebRTC-based video rooms.

• Smart Wallet System: Designed internal credit and payment tracking.

• Role-Based Access Control: Separate workflows for consultants and clients.

Technical Implementation

  • Frontend: React 18 with TypeScript
  • Backend: FastAPI with async endpoints
  • Database: MongoDB with Beanie ODM
  • Communication: WebSockets + WebRTC
  • DevOps: Dockerized deployment

Core Functionality

  • Real-time session state synchronization
  • Optimistic UI updates
  • JWT-secured authentication
  • Scalable service-oriented architecture
  • Fault-tolerant messaging

Impact

The platform democratizes access to expert knowledge by enabling affordable, on-demand consultations without long-term commitments.