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@article{175316,
        author = {Aayush Vaibhaw and Shaurya Tripathi and Ananya Ambade and Mansi Sonekar and Vaishali Rajak and Leena Patil},
        title = {Design and Implementation of a Social Bridging Platform for Students and Alumni},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {11},
        pages = {2438-2443},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=175316},
        abstract = {The Alumni Interconnect platform represents a significant advancement in educational networking by creating a secure, dedicated digital space connecting current students with alumni and faculty. This research paper demonstrates the implementation of a comprehensive social networking solution that addresses the specific needs of educational institutions. The platform employs a hybrid database architecture utilizing Firebase and MongoDB with Prisma, enabling efficient real-time communication and data management. Key features include secure user authentication through enrollment number verification, a professional social media interface, real-time messaging. Implementation results show improved mentorship opportunities, increased alumni engagement, and enhanced professional networking within the institutional ecosystem. Future development will focus on AI-driven career insights, blockchain-based verification, and cross-institutional networking capabilities to further expand the platform's utility.},
        keywords = {Content moderation, Data Security, Interactive feed, Mentorship, Privacy, Profile management, User authentication, Video Calling Integration},
        month = {April},
        }