PHP & WordPress Developer for University Website Upgrade

Job Title: Freelancer Required for Modifications in a University-Based PHP & WordPress Website Project Overview: Our platform is a university-focused project built in PHP and WordPress, allowing students to: 1. Buy and sell textbooks (similar to the OLX site). 2. Buy and sell handmade notes 3. Upload and explore university events. We are looking for a freelancer to make specific modifications and improvements to existing features, ensuring better usability and functionality. Current Features and Required Modifications Feature 1: Textbook Buy-Sell System • Current Functionality: Sellers can upload books, and buyers can contact them directly on WhatsApp • Modification 1: Resolve an issue where uploaded book images are cropped from the sides, resulting in incomplete visibility. Ensure images are displayed fully and proportionately. ________________________________________ Feature 2: Student Notes Buy-Sell System • Current Functionality: Students can buy and sell notes, but it currently requires admin intervention to upload notes, which is time-consuming. • Required Changes: 1. Disable Current Notes Feature: Temporarily disable the existing notes feature where admin uploads notes. 2. Modification 3: Rebuild the notes feature to follow the textbook buy-sell model, allowing students to upload and sell notes directly. 3. Modification 4: Add the following data fields for note uploads (seller instructions):  University Name*  Lecture Notes for* (Subject Name)  Course Name*  Course Code  Semester  Teaching Professor*  Year of Study*  How to Prepare for This Subject*  Price Type (Fixed/Negotiable)  Price  Upload Images of Notes  Your Name  Mobile Number  Agree to Terms and Conditions Fields marked with an asterisk () are mandatory. 4. Modification 5: Add a WhatsApp button for direct communication between buyers and sellers of notes, similar to the textbook feature. 5. Modification 6: Add a login/registration requirement for students to upload or access notes. ________________________________________ Feature 3: University Events Management • Current Functionality: Students can upload events, but the feature is nested within the profile section, making it less accessible. • Required Changes: 1. Modification 7: Move the event upload feature to the homepage for easier access. 2. Modification 8: Add a new data field for "University Name" and implement a university-based filter so students can view and upload events specific to their university. 3. Modification 9: Add a login/registration requirement for uploading and accessing events. ________________________________________ Other Modifications 1. Modification 10: Email Notifications for Book Approval o Current Functionality: Sellers receive email notifications for book approvals sent via a generic Gmail account. o Required Change: Update the email notification system to use an authenticated official email address to maintain a professional appearance. ________________________________________ Required Skills: • Expertise in PHP and WordPress Development. • Experience with front-end design to ensure user-friendly interfaces. • Familiarity with WhatsApp API integration for communication features. • Knowledge of implementing login/registration systems with secure user management. • Ability to work with responsive design to ensure compatibility across devices. ________________________________________ Project Deliverables: 1. Fix the book image cropping issue. 2. Add WhatsApp integration for direct communication between buyers and sellers. 3. Redesign the student notes feature as per the outlined fields and make it accessible and searchable on the homepage. 4. Update the events feature to include university-specific filters and relocate it to the homepage. 5. Add registration and login functionality for notes and events features. 6. Configure email notifications to use the official email address. ________________________________________ Budget and Timeline: • Budget: Open to negotiation based on expertise and scope of work. • Timeline: Completion is expected within 1 week from the start date.