TechMentor

Tech Mentor+ connects experienced pros with rising talent, empowering women, Black, LGBTQIA+ and other minorities through mentorship and real opportunities in tech.

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Inspiration

Tech Mentor+ was born from a desire to create a more inclusive and supportive space in the tech industry. I was inspired by the lack of representation and mentorship opportunities for underrepresented groups like women, Black individuals, LGBTQIA+ people, and others. I wanted to build a platform where experienced professionals who believe in these causes could connect with and uplift rising talent.

What it does

Tech Mentor+ connects mentors and mentees through a simple and accessible interface. Mentors can create profiles, share knowledge, and guide others. Mentees can browse mentors and access support, advice, and real growth opportunities. The platform also includes a section called "Jornadas de Sucesso" where users can share stories of challenges and triumphs in their careers.

How we built it

The project was built using:

  • React for the frontend
  • Firebase Authentication for secure sign-in/sign-up
  • Firestore for real-time database management
  • React Router for protected and public routes
  • Context API for managing user state and access control

The code is available on GitHub.

Challenges we ran into

One of the main challenges was managing different user roles (mentor vs. mentee) and controlling access to certain routes and features accordingly. Another challenge was building a clean and responsive UI while maintaining a simple and welcoming experience for users from diverse backgrounds.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

  • Creating a functional and inclusive platform that supports diversity
  • Implementing role-based access and user authentication
  • Building an original space for community stories: Jornadas de Sucesso
  • Completing the project independently and applying key concepts learned in my studies

What we learned

This project helped me deepen my knowledge in:

  • React architecture and reusable components
  • Firebase integration (auth + database)
  • Route protection and role-based access control
  • UI/UX design principles and responsive layouts

More importantly, I learned how impactful tech can be when used to support social causes.

What's next for TechMentor

  • Implementing messaging or scheduling features for mentor-mentee interaction
  • Adding profile pictures and tags for easier mentor discovery
  • Translating the platform to support multiple languages
  • Gathering real feedback from users to iterate and improve

Tech Mentor+ is just the beginning of what I hope will be a long-term initiative to support diversity and inclusion in tech.

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