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A project planning and tracking dashboard that combines impact-focused planning, stream-of-consciousness journaling, and visual workflow management. Build for solo creators and teams who want to track progress, capture ideas, and organize work in one place.

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Impactly

A comprehensive project management and planning platform designed to support technical projects from ideation through completion. Impactly provides a unified workspace for tracking progress, planning features, organizing thoughts, and managing project workflows with minimal cognitive overhead.

Overview

Impactly is a full-stack web application built with modern technologies to deliver a seamless project management experience. The platform emphasizes automatic tracking, intelligent organization, and a "mental space" where users can focus on execution rather than remembering and managing project details.

Tech Stack

Frontend

  • Next.js 16 - React framework with App Router for server-side rendering and optimal performance
  • React 19 - Latest React with concurrent features and improved rendering
  • TypeScript - Full type safety across the application
  • Tailwind CSS 4 - Utility-first CSS framework for rapid UI development
  • Server Components - Leveraging React Server Components for optimal performance

Backend & Database

  • Next.js Server Actions - Type-safe server-side operations integrated with React
  • Prisma - Type-safe database ORM with PostgreSQL
  • PostgreSQL - Robust relational database (via Neon Serverless)
  • NextAuth.js v5 - Authentication with Google OAuth integration

Architecture Highlights

  • Server-First Architecture - Maximizes use of server components for reduced client bundle size
  • Type-Safe End-to-End - TypeScript from database schema to UI components
  • Optimistic UI Updates - Immediate feedback with server synchronization
  • Real-time Progress Tracking - Automatic calculation of project metrics and progress

Key Features

Project Management

  • Multi-Project Workspace - Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Project Status Tracking - Active, paused, and archived project states
  • Progress Visualization - Weighted progress calculation (60% tasks, 40% features)
  • Project Insights - Analytics and metrics for project health

Planning & Tracking

  • Feature Management - Plan features with status tracking (Idea → Planning → In Progress → Completed)
  • Task Organization - Kanban board with drag-and-drop task management
  • Timeline View - Visual timeline of project milestones and events
  • Overview Dashboard - Comprehensive project overview with key metrics

Journal & Thought Capture

  • Stream-of-Consciousness Journaling - Capture thoughts without structure
  • File System Organization - Organize journal entries in a file/folder structure
  • Thought-to-Feature Pipeline - Transform captured thoughts into actionable features
  • Auto-save - Automatic persistence of journal sessions

Analytics & Insights

  • User Metrics - Track productivity, streaks, and engagement
  • Feature Adoption - Monitor which features users engage with
  • Session Tracking - Understand user behavior and patterns
  • Admin Analytics - Comprehensive analytics dashboard for administrators

User Experience

  • Theme System - Customizable color themes with presets
  • Responsive Design - Optimized for desktop and mobile experiences
  • Feedback System - In-app feedback collection with voting
  • Roadmap - Public roadmap for feature requests and improvements

Architecture & Design Patterns

Code Quality

  • Strict TypeScript - No any types, comprehensive type definitions
  • Component Composition - Reusable, composable React components
  • Server Actions - Type-safe server-side operations with error handling
  • Environment-Based Configuration - All sensitive data externalized

Security

  • NextAuth Session Protection - Server-side route protection via layouts
  • Row-Level Security - Database-level access control
  • Input Validation - SQL injection protection and input sanitization
  • Environment Variables - No hardcoded credentials or secrets

Scalability Considerations

  • Database Indexing - Strategic indexes on frequently queried fields
  • Optimistic Updates - Immediate UI feedback with background synchronization
  • Efficient Data Loading - Selective data fetching with Prisma includes
  • Server Component Optimization - Reduced client bundle size

Design Principles

  • Zero Cognitive Load - UI handles tracking and organization automatically
  • Full Lifecycle Support - Features work from project start to completion
  • Planning Visibility - Clear indicators of current state and future trajectory
  • Mental Space - Users focus on execution, system handles remembering

Project Structure

src/
├── app/                    # Next.js App Router pages
│   ├── dashboard/          # Main project workspace
│   ├── journal/            # Journal and thought capture
│   ├── admin/              # Admin analytics and feedback
│   └── actions/            # Server actions (API layer)
├── components/             # Reusable React components
├── lib/                    # Utility libraries and configurations
├── types/                  # TypeScript type definitions
└── utils/                  # Helper functions and utilities

prisma/
└── schema.prisma           # Database schema definition

Database Schema

The application uses a well-structured PostgreSQL schema with:

  • User Management - NextAuth integration with OAuth support
  • Projects - Core project entities with status tracking
  • Features - Feature planning with status and priority
  • Tasks - Task management with Kanban support
  • Timeline Events - Project milestone tracking
  • Journal Entries - User journaling and thought capture
  • Analytics - Event tracking and user metrics
  • Feedback - User feedback and voting system

Development Practices

  • Type Safety First - Comprehensive TypeScript usage with strict mode
  • Component-Driven Development - Reusable, testable components
  • Server Actions - Type-safe server operations
  • Error Handling - Comprehensive error boundaries and fallbacks
  • Code Organization - Clear separation of concerns and modular structure

Technical Highlights

Performance Optimizations

  • Server Components for reduced client JavaScript
  • Optimistic UI updates for perceived performance
  • Efficient database queries with Prisma
  • Strategic use of React hooks (useMemo, useCallback)

Type Safety

  • End-to-end type safety from database to UI
  • Prisma-generated types for database models
  • Strict TypeScript configuration
  • Comprehensive interface definitions

User Experience

  • Auto-save functionality throughout
  • Drag-and-drop interactions
  • Real-time progress updates
  • Responsive design patterns

Security Measures

  • Server-side authentication checks
  • Environment variable configuration
  • SQL injection protection
  • Input validation and sanitization
  • Row-level security in database queries

Future Considerations

The codebase is structured to support:

  • Multi-user collaboration
  • Real-time updates via WebSockets
  • Mobile application development
  • Advanced analytics and reporting
  • Integration with external tools

Built with modern web technologies and best practices for scalability, maintainability, and user experience.

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A project planning and tracking dashboard that combines impact-focused planning, stream-of-consciousness journaling, and visual workflow management. Build for solo creators and teams who want to track progress, capture ideas, and organize work in one place.

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