2025
DrillWork — Role-Based Task Management System
Designed REST API endpoints using TypeScript, Express, MongoDB, React, Passport.js, and Zustand to enable workspace, project, and task management with role-based permissions.
Technology Stack
TypeScriptExpress.jsMongoDBMongooseReactPassport.jsZodZustand
Overview
System Architecture
- •API Layer: Express.js with strict middleware chains for request validation (Zod) and authentication using Passport.js strategies.
- •Data Layer: MongoDB with Mongoose schemas enforces strict relationships between Users, Workspaces, and Tasks.
- •State Management: React frontend utilizes Zustand for lightweight, efficient global state management without boilerplate.
- •Security: Implements HttpOnly cookies and CSRF protection for secure session handling.
Key Features
- •Workspace, project, and task management with hierarchical organization.
- •Role-based permissions for fine-grained access control.
- •Dual authentication using Passport.js with Google OAuth 2.0 and local strategy.
- •Cookie-based session management for secure authentication.
- •TypeScript and Zod validation for type safety and data integrity.
Key Challenges
- •Designing flexible permission systems that scale with organizational needs.
- •Implementing secure authentication with multiple providers.
- •Maintaining data consistency across nested entities.
Impact
- •Enabled efficient team collaboration with clear role definitions.
- •Provided secure authentication options for diverse user preferences.