Tech Stack:
Next.js, TypeScript, shadcn/ui, Prisma, PostgreSQL, Redis, WebSockets, Tailwind CSS
Project Overview
Blxino is a real-time online gaming platform inspired by casino-style mechanics. The focus of the project is to deliver fast interactions, instant balance updates, and smooth animations using modern frontend and backend technologies. It provides a seamless user experience with live gameplay, real-time communication, and a scalable architecture.
My Role
- Built the entire platform using Next.js with TypeScript for strong structure and maintainability.
- Created a clean, modern, and responsive UI using shadcn/ui and Tailwind CSS.
- Developed secure backend logic using Prisma with PostgreSQL for structured and reliable data storage.
- Integrated Redis for caching, rate limiting, and fast balance updates.
- Implemented WebSockets for real-time gameplay, instant bets, and live balance syncing.
- Developed both multiplayer and single-player game modes to offer diverse gaming experiences.
- Integrated a crypto API to handle secure deposits and withdrawals for seamless transactions.
- Designed reusable components, optimized performance, and ensured smooth animations across all devices.
Challenges and Solutions
- Real-Time Gameplay & Balance Syncing: Implemented WebSockets + Redis to broadcast updates instantly and prevent race conditions.
- Scalable Game Logic: Moved all sensitive logic to the backend, validated every request, and used server-side sessions + Redis to ensure secure calculations and prevent client manipulation.
- High-Performance UI: Built lightweight, optimized components with Tailwind + useMemo/useCallback, and minimized re-renders to create smooth, casino-like animations without lag.
- Database Efficiency: Used Prisma with optimized queries and PostgreSQL indexing for maximum performance when handling frequent reads/writes for bets, results, and balances.
Key Learnings
- Mastered full-stack architecture with Next.js App Router.
- Improved skills in real-time systems using WebSockets and Redis.
- Gained deeper experience in database optimization with Prisma + PostgreSQL.
- Enhanced ability to build secure and scalable game logic under pressure.
- Strengthened design skills with shadcn and Tailwind to create clean, modern UI.
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