The Decentralized Education Platform enhances transparency and trust in learning by using Web3 technologies. It secures certifications and transactions with blockchain and decentralized storage.
Key Features
Decentralized Storage: IPFS with Pinata for tamper-proof records.
Crypto Payments: Tuition transactions handled via Ethereum.
User-Friendly UI: Simplified access for students and instructors.
Blockchain Authentication: MetaMask integration for secure identity management.
Smart Contracts: Hardhat.js for managing attendance logic and secure validations.
Socket.IO Video Meetings: Multi-user real-time video streaming and interactive sessions using Socket.IO for signaling, chat, and frame transmission.
MetaMask: Decentralized wallet for authentication.
Hardhat.js: Blockchain development and smart contract management.
Pinata + IPFS: Decentralized, tamper-proof storage of records.
Database & Logging Tools: To support analytics and monitoring.
Socket.IO: Real-time multi-user video/audio streaming, chat, and event management.
Node.js + Express: Backend server for WebSocket signaling, room management, and real-time events.
Challenges and Learnings
Designing smart contracts required balancing security and usability. A major challenge was making blockchain processes intuitive for non-technical users.
Outcome
The platform showcased how Web3 can revolutionize education systems by ensuring transparency, trust, and secure data management, paving the way for decentralized learning models.
