College-Centric Multi-Vendor E-Commerce Platform

Abstract - E-commerce platforms have transformed the way goods and services are exchanged online. However, most existing platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart are designed for commercial purposes and do not focus on the academic needs of students. This paper presents a college-centric e-commerce platform that enables students to buy and sell academic resources such as notes, textbooks, and study materials within a college environment. The proposed system is developed using modern web technologies such as React/Next.js for the frontend, Node.js for backend services, and a database for managing user and product data. Core functionalities include user authentication, product listing, and cart management. The application is deployed in a cloud-based test environment for testing and demonstration. The platform aims to reduce the cost of study materials and promote peer-to-peer learning among students. Keywords: E-Commerce, College Platform, Academic Resource Sharing, Web Application, Node.js, React