Project Background

Initially, the organization relied on manual data entry via Google Forms for cornea donor registration. This method created difficulties in producing consent forms, issuing timely notifications, and tracking cornea availability and potential recipients. To address this, I was entrusted to build a centralized web application to manage all aspects of donor and recipient data, improve internal workflows, and elevate public engagement.

Challenges

• Data was fragmented across spreadsheets with no automation for document generation or notifications.

• The manual registration process hindered timely response and communication with potential donors.

• There was no real-time dashboard for monitoring stock, donor applications, or recipient requests.

• Building public trust and ease of access for users of varying digital literacy.

Technologies Used

• Backend: CodeIgniter 4 (modular structure with CRUD support)

• Frontend: Bootstrap 4, JavaScript, DataTables

• Authentication: Google OAuth, Yahoo OAuth

• Functionality: Email notifications, dynamic PDF generation, CRUD for admin and users

Solutions

• Developed a centralized admin dashboard with complete control over donor, recipient, and stock data

• Enabled dual registration paths: self-registration for users and admin-assisted registration

• Implemented email notifications with downloadable consent forms and digital donor e-cards

• Built interactive article and comment sections to promote donor awareness and education

• Added OAuth login to simplify access and improve security

Results / Conclusion

The new platform streamlined donor registration and internal operations, contributing to a threefold increase in verified donor sign-ups—with over 3,000 registered within months. The application became a key tool for operational transparency, donor communication, and fostering public trust. This project showcases how thoughtful digital transformation can amplify the impact of a humanitarian cause.