MentorMentee

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  Dashboard

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  Mentor page

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  Mentee page

Inspiration

Howard students struggle to find the right mentor: someone in their major, with similar aspirations, and a vibe that actually fits them. LinkedIn is too broad, too corporate, and not built for real mentor–mentee relationships. Group chats and random DMs are messy, unorganized, and don’t show a student’s academic and professional story in a clear way.

What it does

MentorMentee is a social, visually-driven mentorship app for Howard students that matches mentees with student and professional mentors based on major, GPA, aspirations, achievements, and campus affiliations.

How we built it

Front-end: React / Next.js (or whichever tools you used) Back-end: Node.js + Express for API endpoints Database: Firebase / MongoDB Design: Figma for UI/UX and branding Matching System: Simple algorithm based on shared interests, skills, and availability We collaborated through GitHub, dividing tasks across UI design, backend development, authentication, data modeling, and integration.

Challenges we ran into

Designing a matching system that felt natural rather than random Balancing simplicity with features — keeping the platform approachable Structuring user profiles in a way that mentors and mentees both found meaningful Integrating authentication and database logic under tight time constraints

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Creating a fully functioning mentor-matching flow from onboarding to connection Building a clean and intuitive interface that genuinely feels inviting Designing a branding system (logo, colors, visuals) that communicates connection

What we learned

How to structure user-to-user matching systems The importance of communication and iteration within a team Balancing technical development with design consistency How rewarding it can be to build something that supports community and mentorship

What's next for MentorMentee

A resource library for mentors and mentees Gamified progress tracking (badges, milestones) Enterprise or campus onboarding for institutions Mobile app version with push notifications

Built With

• javascript
• lovable
• mocha