Weekly Progress Report - Backend Development
Project Overview
Successfully initiated and advanced the backend development for ClipboardHealthAI, a health and fitness platform connecting coaches with users through scheduled calls and training sessions.
Major Accomplishments
1. Core Infrastructure Setup
- FastAPI Framework: Implemented a robust FastAPI application with proper middleware configuration
- Database Layer: Established MongoDB integration with custom Pydantic models for seamless data serialization
- Authentication System: Built comprehensive JWT-based authentication with role-based access control
- Error Handling: Implemented standardized response wrappers and exception handling
2. User Management System
- Complete CRUD Operations: Full account management including creation, retrieval, updates, and deletion
- Role-Based Permissions: Implemented ADMIN, USER, and COACH user types with appropriate access controls
- Profile Management: Added profile picture upload functionality with S3 integration
- User Registration & Login: Secure authentication endpoints with token generation and verification
3. Call Scheduling & Payment Integration
- Stripe Integration: Implemented payment processing for call bookings with webhook handling
- Call Management: Built call creation and management system linking coaches and users
- Event System: Developed event creation functionality for scheduling training sessions
4. Coach Availability System
- Time Slot Management: Implemented coach availability tracking and management
- Availability Queries: Built endpoints for retrieving coach schedules for users and admins
- Coach-Specific Features: Role-based availability updates restricted to coach accounts
5. Supporting Infrastructure
- File Storage: Integrated AWS S3 for secure profile picture storage
- Timezone Support: Added timezone search functionality for global user support
- Health Monitoring: Implemented health check endpoints for system monitoring
- CORS Configuration: Configured cross-origin resource sharing for frontend integration
Technical Implementation Highlights
- Modular Architecture: Clean separation of concerns with dedicated modules for each domain (account, calls, availability, security, events)
- Database Design: Custom MongoDB models with proper serialization and enum handling
- Security: Comprehensive permission system with dependency injection for endpoint protection
- Payment Processing: Production-ready Stripe integration with webhook verification
- API Design: RESTful endpoints with consistent request/response patterns
System Capabilities Delivered
✅ User registration and authentication
✅ Account management with profile pictures
✅ Role-based access control (Admin/User/Coach)
✅ Coach availability management
✅ Call booking system with Stripe payments
✅ Event scheduling functionality
✅ Timezone support for global users
✅ File upload and storage integration
✅ Health monitoring and error handling
The backend foundation is now established with core business logic implemented and ready for frontend integration and further feature development.