Open STG-7 opened 10 months ago
Individual Review "Paaras" grading "Shaurya"
Individuals Video, Issue(s), Commits(s)
Freeform:
I want to commend your project on effectively illustrating the concepts of inheritance, sorting, and analysis within the engaging context of Pokémon. It was evident that you thoroughly understood these programming principles and skillfully applied them to your area of interest. As for improvement suggestions, one area that could be enhanced is the overall user experience. Since we recently covered this topic in a lesson, there's an opportunity to implement some of those insights into your project before our retrospective day. To make the learning experience more dynamic and interactive, consider integrating visual elements such as diagrams, charts, or interactive Pokémon sprites. This approach not only caters to various learning styles but also adds a layer of fun and engagement, aligning well with the Pokémon theme. Another idea is to introduce a step-by-step tutorial or guide that users can follow. This could provide a structured learning path, ensuring that users grasp the concepts in a logical sequence. Examples using Pokémon at each step would further enhance the relatability of the content. For the sorting and analysis sections, incorporating practical coding challenges could be beneficial. Tasks related to sorting Pokémon based on different attributes or analyzing data sets using inheritance concepts would reinforce theoretical knowledge and allow users to apply what they've learned in a practical context. To address user experience concerns, consider adding a feedback mechanism. This could involve quizzes, polls, or short surveys within the learning module to gauge user understanding and adapt the content accordingly. Collecting feedback on clarity, difficulty level, and overall satisfaction can guide you in refining the learning materials. Lastly, explore the inclusion of multimedia elements such as video tutorials or audio explanations. Some users may find these aids more effective in grasping complex concepts, and incorporating them could enhance the comprehensibility of the material. In summary, your project is commendable, and these suggested enhancements aim to make it even more engaging, interactive, and user-friendly. I believe incorporating these ideas will contribute to a more enriching learning experience for your audience. Overall, the total score is a 0.87 / 0.9, or a 0.92 / 1. Good job guys!
Final Product
Runtime
Code
FULL VIDEO EXPLAINING ALL THE CODE
Fibonacci.html
app2.js
fibonacci.js
styles.css
Struggles and Reflection
Performance Concerns:
The recursive Fibonacci calculation method (fibonacciRecursive) can be computationally expensive for larger values of n. It leads to repeated calculations and can cause performance issues. The code includes a warning about potential browser hang for n greater than 25. This indicates a limitation in the current approach and could be a point of improvement.
User Experience:
The user interface lacks feedback during the generation process. Users might not be aware that the calculation is ongoing, especially for larger values of n. The alert for invalid input is a basic form of error handling. A more user-friendly approach could involve displaying error messages on the webpage itself.
Code Structure:
The code doesn't employ modern JavaScript features or frameworks for better organization and maintainability. Using a framework like React or Vue.js could enhance the structure and readability of the code.
Styling and Responsiveness:
The styling is somewhat basic, and the overall layout might not be fully responsive. Enhancing the styling and ensuring responsiveness could improve the visual appeal and user experience, especially on different devices.
Lack of Comments:
While the code has some comments, certain complex sections, especially the matrix-based Fibonacci calculation, could benefit from more detailed explanations for better understanding.
Dependency Management:
The code relies on external dependencies like Bootstrap, Font Awesome, and DataTables. There's no mention of how these dependencies are managed or versioned, which might lead to compatibility issues in the long run.
In reflection, addressing these struggles could lead to a more robust, user-friendly, and maintainable application. Regular code reviews, testing, and adherence to best practices would contribute to the overall improvement of the codebase.
Analytics/Key Commits
Frontend Backend Code helped out on Shivansh's account as I had trouble logging in to mine for a about a week. initial fibonacci.html ---- updated fibonacci.html ---- FINAL fibonacci.html, fibonacci.js, app2.js, styles.css Plan)