TheTenPercent Social Platform

TheTenPercent is a comprehensive social media platform designed specifically for people with disabilities, representing the 10% of the population who face unique challenges in finding safe and inclusive online communities. As Co-Founder and Technical Lead, I was responsible for architecting and building the entire application from the ground up.

The project began with a Bubble.io prototype to validate the concept, but quickly evolved into a full-scale native mobile application. I led the technical transition to native iOS and Android development using Swift and Kotlin, building a robust modular monolith backend with Node.js, Express, and MongoDB using MVC architecture. The backend was organized into distinct modules with clear boundaries, designed for future microservices migration with plans for Redis, Docker, and Kubernetes integration. The platform features real-time messaging powered by Firebase, comprehensive user profiles, content posting and sharing capabilities, and sophisticated connection management systems.

Managing the full product lifecycle from initial ideation through deployment, I coordinated with designers, stakeholders, and the development team to ensure we delivered a platform that truly served our target audience. The application successfully launched on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, providing a safe space for community building and social connection for people with disabilities worldwide.