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Building a Full-Stack App in Five Days: A Marina Management System

📹 Presentation Recording​

Watch Ricky's full presentation on building a marina management system in five days:

Overview​

Join Ricky Pirruccio as he demonstrates the rapid development of a tenant management application for a marina business, showcasing how modern tools and efficient workflows enabled completion in just five days. This presentation offers valuable insights into fast-paced development while maintaining code quality and scalability.

Project Highlights​

Purpose​

A comprehensive tenant management system featuring:

  • User authentication
  • Tenant onboarding
  • Data management
  • Real-time notifications

Tech Stack​

Frontend​

  • Next.js - React framework for production
  • TypeScript - Type-safe development
  • Tailwind CSS - Utility-first styling

Backend​

  • Supabase
    • Database management
    • Real-time triggers
    • Edge Functions for notifications

Deployment​

  • Cloudflare Workers - Edge computing capabilities

Key Challenges & Solutions​

Authentication & Data Consistency​

  • Implementation of multi-layered user authentication
  • Maintaining data integrity across user sessions
  • Role-based access control

Email Notification System​

  • Integration of Supabase Edge Functions
  • Debugging and optimizing email triggers
  • Ensuring reliable delivery

Live Demonstration​

The presentation includes live demonstrations of:

  1. User Registration Flow

    • Account creation
    • Verification process
    • Initial setup

  2. Real-time Features

    • Live updates via Supabase triggers
    • Instant data synchronization
    • User notification system

  3. Email Notifications

    • Event-triggered communications
    • Template-based messaging
    • Delivery monitoring

Best Practices & Takeaways​

MVP Focus​

  • Identify core features for initial release
  • Prioritize essential functionality
  • Plan for future iterations

Tool Selection​

  • Leverage modern frameworks and platforms
  • Choose tools that accelerate development
  • Balance functionality with learning curve

Development Strategy​

  • Maintain code quality during rapid development
  • Focus on scalable architecture
  • Document decisions and technical debt

Resources & Links​

Key Takeaways​

  1. Rapid Development

    • Focus on MVP to deliver quickly
    • Make decisive technology choices
    • Keep scope manageable

  2. Modern Tooling

    • Leverage platforms like Supabase
    • Use lightweight, efficient frameworks
    • Embrace serverless architecture

  3. Balance

    • Speed vs. scalability
    • Features vs. maintainability
    • Present needs vs. future growth