Engineered a full-stack web application to automate and streamline the college out-pass approval process using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js), reducing manual processing time by 30% and administrative workload by 40%. Key Contributions: - Built secure user authentication system with JWT and Bcrypt encryption, improving platform security and increasing user adoption by 25%. - Developed RESTful APIs for permission request submission, approval workflows, and real-time status tracking across student, faculty, and admin roles. - Implemented automated email notification system using NodeMailer to alert users of approval status changes, reducing follow-up inquiries. - Designed responsive front-end interface with React.js, Redux for state management, and Tailwind CSS for optimal user experience across devices. - Integrated file upload functionality using Multer for supporting documents, ensuring comprehensive request documentation.