LMS Skill Intelligence Meter

Skill Intelligence Meter is a comprehensive, next-generation Learning Management System (LMS) designed specifically to bridge the gap between college students and industry mentors. It provides a highly interactive and data-driven platform for tracking skills, attempting assessments, engaging in live classes, and preparing for real-world tech careers.

🌟 Key Features

For Students

• Career GPS & Skill Roadmaps: Guided paths to help students understand what skills they need for their dream jobs.
• AI Skill Gap Analysis: Identifies missing competencies using AI and recommends personalized learning materials.
• Gamification Center: Engage with daily missions, earn badges, and track performance intelligence.
• Proctored Assessments:
  • Timed MCQ and Coding assessments.
  • Anti-Cheat System: Auto-submits if a student switches tabs more than 3 times.
  • Pre-Assessment System Check: Validates internet connection speed before permitting entry.
  • Full-screen lock during assessment attempts.
• Mock Interviews & Viva Practice: Features an AI-assisted practice mode that includes facial matching, voice matching, and live feedback.
• Skill-T-Meter: Participate in live, interactive presentations (similar to Mentimeter) with polls, word clouds, and real-time Q&A.
• Resume Builder & Project Portfolio: Keep track of achievements, badges, and projects in one centralized dashboard.

For Mentors & Administrators

• Role-Based Dashboards: Tailored views for Admins, Sub-Admins, Managers, Mentors, and "Skill T Team" members.
• Staff Dashboard & Classes Management: Organize students, monitor progress, and manage class assignments effectively.
• Live Interactive Sessions (Skill-T-Meter): Create and run live interactive slideshows. Engage students in real-time and review metrics instantly.
• Assessment Management: Create, assign, and review student performance across various assessment types.
• Student Tracking: Monitor student progress, review coding approaches, and manage class assignments.

🚀 Tech Stack

• Frontend: React.js, Vite, CSS (Vanilla + Modules), Lucide React (Icons)
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js (Running on port 5001)
• Real-time Communication: Socket.io (for Live Polling / Skill-T-Meter)
• Database: MongoDB (via Mongoose)
• Authentication: Firebase Auth (for secure login and user management)

🛠️ Installation & Setup

Prerequisites

Make sure you have Node.js installed on your machine.

1. Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/your-username/lms-skill-intelligence-meter.git
cd lms-skill-intelligence-meter

2. Environment Variables & Firebase Setup

Before running the application, you need to set up environment variables.

• Backend: Create a .env file in the backend directory with PORT and MONGO_URI. Also, place your firebase-service-account.json in the backend directory.
• Frontend: Create a .env file in the frontend directory with your VITE_FIREBASE_* configuration variables and VITE_API_URL.

3. Setup the Backend

Navigate to the backend directory, install dependencies, and start the server:

cd backend
npm install
npm start
# The backend will start running on http://localhost:5001

4. Setup the Frontend

Open a new terminal window, navigate to the frontend directory, install dependencies, and start the development server:

cd frontend
npm install
npm run dev

🔒 Security & Integrity Features

• Anti-Tab Switching: The system strictly monitors visibility changes. After 3 tab-switches, the assessment is automatically submitted and the student is redirected to the dashboard.
• Network Speed Validation: Ensures students have a stable connection before starting critical assessments, preventing mid-exam disconnections.
• Biometric Pre-Checks: Uses webcam and microphone APIs for Facial Match and Voice Match before accessing specific tests or viva modes.

🤝 Contributing

Contributions, issues, and feature requests are welcome! Feel free to check issues page.

📝 License

This project is MIT licensed.