USA TODAY Sports Data
USA TODAY, a leading media platform, sought to enhance subscriber engagement and retention through a dedicated sports portal.
- Figma
- Git
- HTML
- CSS
- Sass
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- React
- Next.js
- Node.js
- GraphQL
Project overview
The sports portal was initially launched in 2021 to provide real-time sports data. A major redevelopment occurred in 2023 due to challenges with the initial data provider, requiring backend restructuring and a transition to a new provider.
Project overview
The sports portal was initially launched in 2021 to provide real-time sports data. A major redevelopment occurred in 2023 due to challenges with the initial data provider, requiring backend restructuring and a transition to a new provider.
Challenges
- Identifying a reliable sports data provider with real-time updates.
- Understanding American football and baseball rules for accurate data integration.
- Coordinating across time zones between Romanian frontend developers and U.S.-based backend teams.
Solution
- Implemented Next.js, React for the frontend; Node.js, GraphQL, and TypeScript for the backend.
- Utilized Figma for UI/UX design and GitHub for version control.
- Integrated sports APIs for real-time data display and developed unit tests to ensure robust functionality.
Outcome
- Enhanced user experience through improved data presentation and real-time updates.
- Streamlined collaboration to meet project deadlines despite timezone challenges.
- Fostered a long-term partnership with USA TODAY for continued support and enhancements.
Conclusion
This collaboration showcased our ability to tackle complex media and sports technology challenges using cutting-edge tools and strategies.
