Drag-and-Drop Dashboard Builder

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You are required to build a Drag-and-Drop Dashboard Builder using React that allows users to create and customize a personal dashboard. The goal is to create an interactive user interface where users can add, remove, and rearrange widgets such as charts, tables, and information panels, all within a single page layout. This project emphasizes complex state management, event handling, and user-friendly animations to ensure smooth interaction.

Project Requirements:

1. Component Structure:

   • Build modular, reusable components for each widget type (e.g., chart, to-do list, recent activity feed, weather widget).
   • Each widget should be self-contained and configurable, with customizable properties such as size, title, and color theme.

2. Drag-and-Drop Functionality:

   • Implement drag-and-drop functionality using libraries such as react-beautiful-dnd or react-dnd.
   • Users should be able to drag widgets into different sections of the dashboard and rearrange them within predefined grid areas.
   • Ensure smooth transitions and animations during drag-and-drop to create a fluid, responsive experience.

3. Resizable and Movable Widgets:

   • Add the ability for users to resize widgets, adjusting height and width within defined limits.
   • Allow movement of widgets across grid sections while maintaining layout structure, snapping to grid lines for consistency.

4. Widget Configuration Options:

   • Each widget should have settings that allow the user to customize its content and appearance.
   • Provide a settings panel or modal for each widget with options such as title, background color, and data source (if applicable).
   • Persist these configurations locally, so they are retained even if the user refreshes the page.

5. Customizable Dashboard Layout:

   • Enable users to add or remove widgets from a predefined list of widget types, such as text, charts, graphs, and lists.
   • Maintain a flexible layout with grid-based sections where users can organize widgets.
   • Consider implementing a side panel or toolbar with a drag-and-drop library, where users can pick widgets to add to the dashboard.

6. Real-Time Data and Interactivity:

   • For widgets like charts or tables, use mock data or sample JSON datasets to populate them dynamically.
   • Animate chart updates in real-time to simulate data changes, using libraries like recharts or chart.js for interactive data visualization.
   • Enable filters or sorting for certain widgets, such as tables or lists, enhancing user control over displayed information.

7. Responsive Design:

   • Ensure that the dashboard layout adjusts gracefully on various screen sizes, from desktops to mobile devices.
   • Create a responsive grid system or use a CSS library that supports responsiveness, like react-grid-layout.
   • Allow widget resizing and layout adjustments based on screen size, ensuring a seamless experience across all devices.

8. Local Storage or State Management:

   • Use local storage or a global state management solution (like Context API or Zustand) to save the user’s layout and widget configurations.
   • When the user returns to the dashboard, retrieve the saved state to display their customized layout and settings.

Additional Features (Optional):

• Theme Options: Allow users to switch between light and dark themes for the dashboard.
• Drag Handles and Drop Shadows: Add subtle drag handles and drop shadows for a polished UI effect.
• Widget Locking: Give users the option to lock widgets in place to prevent accidental movement.
• Help or Tutorial Mode: Implement an onboarding experience to guide first-time users through adding, rearranging, and customizing widgets.

This project will require you to manage complex user interactions and responsive design, testing your ability to build an engaging, highly interactive frontend application in React.

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@kamranahmedse Please have a look at this advanced project for frontend development.