Contribute Cloud - EdTech Collaboration Platform

Project Overview

Developed a comprehensive cloud-based educational collaboration platform that revolutionizes classroom interaction by enabling real-time content sharing, screen casting, and interactive learning across any device with a browser. The platform serves K-12 education, higher education, and corporate training sectors as an integral component of TouchIT Technologies' LED display ecosystem, deployed across numerous schools worldwide.

Role: Full-Stack Developer (Solo)
Technologies: Node.js, React, MongoDB, Socket.io, OpenVidu WebRTC, Fabric.js, AWS S3, Digital Ocean
Team Size: Solo Developer (except design)
Industry: Educational Technology
User Base: K-12 Schools, Higher Education, Corporate Training

Key Metrics

50+ per session

Concurrent Users

Ultra-low latency WebRTC implementation

40+

Interactive Games

Multi-zone collaborative gamification

1.5M+

Image Library

Searchable educational resources

100% Solo

Development Approach

Complete solo development

Technical Implementation

The platform leverages a sophisticated tech stack combining Node.js backend with React frontend, orchestrated through a microservices architecture on Digital Ocean infrastructure. Real-time communication is powered by OpenVidu’s WebRTC implementation, enabling ultra-low latency video conferencing and screen sharing with support for 50+ concurrent users per room.

Socket.io handles bidirectional real-time events for instant messaging, collaborative drawing, and live updates across all connected devices. The collaborative whiteboard features are built using Fabric.js canvas library, enabling smooth multi-user drawing experiences with real-time synchronization.

MongoDB provides flexible document storage for user sessions, lesson content, and collaborative data, while AWS S3 handles secure file uploads and content delivery with optimized CDN distribution.

Key Features

Real-time screen casting and multi-casting - Unlimited simultaneous screen sharing with scrollable view
1.5 million+ searchable image gallery - Built-in Content Gallery with live search functionality
Live collaborative whiteboarding - Multi-user interaction on shared canvas
Student device management - Screen pause, control, and monitoring capabilities
Cross-platform file sharing - Seamless transfer between all connected devices
Interactive assessment tools - Live voting, polling with graphical results display
Session recording and playback - Complete lesson capture for review
Multi-zone gamification - Multiple students interacting on same screen simultaneously
Chromebook optimization - Chrome browser optimized for education sector
Import compatibility - Supports content from other interactive whiteboard platforms
Class management system - Email invitations, class lists, and session organization
No installation architecture - Pure browser-based access for all users
Workbook management - Create, save, and export lessons as PDF documents
Unlimited cloud storage - Fair use policy for storing all educational content
Multi-language interface - Supporting global educational communities
Educational game library - 40+ games organized by subject areas
Annotation tools - Drawing, highlighting, and table creation features

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Key Achievements

Deployed across numerous schools as part of TouchIT LED display suite
Built 40+ interactive learning games with multi-zone gamification
Implemented real-time collaboration supporting 50+ concurrent users
Created 1.5 million+ searchable image gallery
Achieved ultra-low latency WebRTC video conferencing

Impact & Results

Deployed across numerous schools as an integral part of TouchIT Technologies' LED display suite
Eliminated installation barriers by providing a completely browser-based solution, reducing IT overhead for educational institutions
Enabled BYOD initiatives allowing schools to utilize existing devices rather than investing in specific hardware
Improved classroom engagement through 40+ interactive games and real-time collaboration features
Reduced technical complexity for teachers by providing an intuitive, OS-agnostic platform
Achieved ultra-low latency video conferencing supporting 50+ concurrent users per session using OpenVidu WebRTC
Scaled horizontally to support multiple schools simultaneously on Digital Ocean infrastructure
Provided cost-effective solution as a free platform bundled with TouchIT LED displays, making advanced collaboration accessible

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About the Author

Muhammad Asif Javed

Full-Stack Developer & WebRTC Expert | 10+ Years Experience

Muhammad Asif Javed is a seasoned Full-Stack Developer with over 10 years of experience specializing in WebRTC, real-time communication systems, and enterprise-grade platforms. He has architected and delivered solutions across cybersecurity, educational technology, digital signage, and interactive display systems for clients worldwide.

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