Why I Built This

I kept avoiding LeetCode because it felt like walking into an exam every time. The blank editor, the pressure, the “you should already know this” vibe – it killed my motivation to practice.

So I built CodeCrush – a coding interview prep platform that treats practice like leveling up in an RPG instead of taking a test.

What It Does

🎮 XP and leveling system (earn points for solving problems)

• 🔥 Streak tracking (maintain your coding momentum)

• 🏆 Real-time leaderboards (compete with friends)

• 💡 Progressive AI hints (Claude API – hints that guide without spoiling)

• ✅ 50+ curated problems with auto-validation

• 📊 Performance analytics dashboard

The Tech Stack

React, Firebase (auth + database), Claude API, deployed on Vercel

Try It

Live at: https://mycodecrush.vercel.app/

What I Learned Building This

The trickiest part was the hint system. I wanted hints that guide your thinking without giving away the solution…

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Looking for Feedback

This is a learning project for me. What would make you actually use this over LeetCode?

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