AlumniFire is a specialized networking platform that enables alumni to create opportunities for one another on their own terms. The platform connects graduates, facilitating meaningful professional relationships and career advancement.

AlumniFire Platform AlumniFire: Unlocking the power of alumni networks

Technical Foundation

The platform was built using:

  • Ruby on Rails 4.2
  • Ruby 2.2.3
  • JavaScript & jQuery
  • Bootstrap
  • ElasticSearch
  • Sidekiq

My Role and Contributions

As a Full Stack Web Developer (November 2014 - December 2015), I implemented several key features that enhanced the platform's functionality and user experience.

Key Achievements

Data and Analytics

  • Created comprehensive database of 1600+ US colleges with detailed attributes
  • Implemented Google Analytics API integration
  • Built administrative dashboards for 4, 7, and 30-day metrics

Platform Features

  • Developed content management system for About Guides and Articles
  • Built School Quiz generation platform with statistical analysis
  • Created advanced internship search functionality with persistent user criteria

AlumniFire Logo Connecting alumni communities

Moderation Tools

  • Implemented comprehensive moderator controls
  • Added user suspension/approval capabilities
  • Created notification system
  • Developed feed filtering mechanisms

Conclusion

My time at AlumniFire focused on building features that strengthened alumni connections and improved platform administration. The combination of data management, search functionality, and moderation tools helped create a more robust and user-friendly networking platform.