Class Discussion Threads
Organized discussion threads for posts within a class
Interact
Respond to discussions in your classes
Profile View
Comprehensive settings for notifications, privacy, account management, and app customization
Post Creation
Intuitive post creation interface with class selection, media upload, and content moderation
Main View
Select a class, and view recent posts made by classmates
Project Overview
Campus Clique addresses the need for college students to connect and collaborate within their academic communities. Built as a specialized social media platform, the app enables class-specific discussions, real-time interactions, and community building among students across different courses and academic programs.
The application leverages Firebase backend services and real-time listeners to deliver instant updates and seamless user experiences. With robust content moderation and user management features, Campus Clique creates a safe, engaging environment for academic discourse and peer collaboration.
🎓 Class-Specific Discussions
Organized discussion threads by course and academic program with intelligent filtering and search capabilities
👍 Social Interaction
Upvote/downvote system, threaded replies, and user engagement features for meaningful academic discourse
🔒 Secure Authentication
Phone number-based authentication with Firebase integration ensuring verified student access
📱 Real-time Updates
Instant notifications and live updates for new posts, replies, and community activity
🛡️ Content Moderation
Built-in reporting system and content moderation tools to maintain a positive academic environment
Key Features & Capabilities
Campus Clique delivers comprehensive social media functionality tailored specifically for academic environments. The app's feature set focuses on facilitating meaningful academic discussions, peer collaboration, and community building within college settings.
📚 Academic Organization
Posts organized by course, semester, and academic program with intelligent categorization and filtering
💬 Discussion Threads
Nested reply system with threaded conversations for organized academic discussions and Q&A sessions
🔍 Advanced Search
Powerful search functionality across posts, users, and courses with filters for date, course, and content type
📊 User Analytics
Personal dashboard showing post engagement, academic activity, and community participation metrics
🔔 Smart Notifications
Customizable notification system for class updates, replies, and important academic announcements
👥 User Management
User blocking, reporting, and privacy controls to maintain a safe and respectful academic environment
Technical Implementation
Built with Swift 5.9+ and SwiftUI, the application implements MVVM architecture with Combine for reactive programming and real-time data synchronization. Firebase backend services provide authentication, real-time database, and cloud storage for seamless cross-platform functionality.
Modern Swift concurrency patterns with async/await ensure responsive user interactions, while comprehensive error handling and offline capabilities provide a robust user experience. The application supports iOS 15+ with optimized performance and accessibility features.
Development Process & Impact
Developed through extensive user research with college students, Campus Clique addresses real pain points in academic communication and peer collaboration. The app has been successfully deployed to the App Store in August 2023, but has since been removed due to pending merger into After Hours.
Target Audience & Use Cases
Serves college students, academic communities, and educational institutions seeking to enhance peer collaboration and academic discourse through technology.
College Students
Connect with classmates, participate in academic discussions, and collaborate on coursework and projects
Study Groups
Organize study sessions, share resources, and coordinate group projects through dedicated discussion threads
Course Communities
Create course-specific communities for sharing notes, asking questions, and facilitating peer learning
Academic Support
Provide peer-to-peer academic support, tutoring opportunities, and knowledge sharing within academic programs