Task Manager Pro

This project is currently in development and not yet ready for production use.


## Project Overview

Task Manager Pro is a modern task management application designed for individuals and small teams who value simplicity and efficiency. Built with a React frontend and Node.js backend, it provides real-time collaboration features and a clean, distraction-free interface.

### Current Status

The application is in active development with core features implemented:

- ✅ User authentication and authorization
- ✅ Task creation, editing, and deletion
- ✅ Project organization and categorization
- ✅ Real-time updates via WebSockets
- 🚧 Team collaboration features
- 🚧 File attachments and comments
- 📋 Mobile app development



## Technical Architecture

The application follows a clean separation between frontend and backend, with a REST API handling most operations and WebSockets providing real-time updates for collaborative features.

### Backend Implementation

- **Express.js** server with TypeScript
- **Prisma ORM** for database operations
- **PostgreSQL** for data persistence
- **JWT** for authentication
- **Socket.io** for real-time features

### Frontend Features

- **React 18** with hooks and context
- **React Query** for server state management
- **Tailwind CSS** for styling
- **React Hook Form** for form handling
- **Socket.io Client** for real-time updates



## Key Features

### Smart Organization

Tasks are automatically organized by project, priority, and due date. The interface adapts to show the most relevant information based on context and user behavior.

### Real-Time Collaboration

Team members see changes instantly without refreshing. Comments, status updates, and assignments sync across all connected clients.

### Offline Support

The app works offline with local storage, syncing changes when connectivity returns. This ensures productivity isn't interrupted by network issues.

## Development Progress

Current focus is on perfecting the core task management experience before expanding to team features. The architecture is designed to scale from individual use to small team collaboration.

Recent milestones:

- **Week 1-2**: Basic CRUD operations and authentication
- **Week 3-4**: Real-time updates and WebSocket integration
- **Week 5-6**: UI polish and responsive design
- **Week 7-8**: Team features and permissions (in progress)

## Challenges & Solutions

### State Synchronization

Managing state between local updates and server sync required implementing optimistic updates with rollback capability for failed operations.

### Real-Time Performance

WebSocket connections needed careful management to prevent memory leaks and handle network interruptions gracefully.

### Database Design

Balancing normalized data structure with query performance led to strategic denormalization for frequently accessed data.