Task LMS: Enterprise Learning Management System

The Challenge

A 150-person company needed a modern learning management system that could:

• Serve both internal employees and external partners/contractors
• Provide role-appropriate access to training content
• Track progress and generate compliance certificates
• Integrate with existing Microsoft 365 infrastructure
• Scale to accommodate future growth

The company needed a solution that could outgrow their existing training approach, requiring a comprehensive platform that combined enterprise-grade security with an intuitive user experience. I built Task LMS to demonstrate what's possible.

The Solution

I architected and developed Task LMS, a full-stack learning platform that delivers enterprise features while maintaining rapid development velocity. The system demonstrates my ability to combine instructional design expertise with technical implementation - building not just training content, but the entire platform itself.

What Makes This Different

Most learning experience designers work within existing LMS platforms. I built the platform itself, which required understanding:

• Learning pathway design and progress tracking
• User authentication and role-based access control
• Certificate generation and verification systems
• Multi-tenant architecture considerations
• Scalable database design for learning data

This end-to-end perspective informs how I approach any learning solution, whether building custom platforms or working within established systems.

Technical Architecture

Key Features

Enterprise Features

• Single Sign-On (SSO) - Both Microsoft 365 and Google authentication
• Role-Based Access - Granular control over feature access
• Audit Logging - Track system usage and compliance
• Secure Architecture - Enterprise-grade security throughout
• Scalable Design - Built to grow with organizational needs

Screenshots

Administrator Dashboard - Welcome screen with overall progress stats, learning streak, completed courses, and certificates earned

My Learning Dashboard - Progress tracking with visual indicators, course completion status (100%), and certificate access

Available Courses - Browse and enroll interface showing CRM training, Active Shooter, and Security Awareness courses

Admin Dashboard - Platform management with user breakdown by role (Admins, Instructors, Employees, Partners), course analytics, and enrollment metrics

Development Process

Sprint 1-2: Foundation & MVP (Days 1-5)

Accomplished:

• Complete technical architecture and database design
• User authentication system with SSO integration
• Role-based access control framework
• User management interface
• Course creation and management system
• Learner dashboard with progress tracking
• Certificate generation and verification
• Admin analytics dashboard

Result: Fully functional prototype with enterprise features, demonstrating rapid development capability and full-stack learning platform expertise.

Future Phases (Planned)

Phase 3: Advanced Features

• Compliance tracking with required courses and expiration dates
• Advanced analytics with custom reporting
• Discussion forums for peer learning
• Calendar integration for scheduled training

Phase 4: Integrations

• Automated email notifications
• Mobile app development
• Third-party content integrations
• Advanced gamification features

Technical Highlights

Rapid Prototyping Methodology

Building a functional LMS in 5 days required strategic prioritization:

1. Start with core user flows - Authentication, course enrollment, content viewing
2. Build for expansion - Architecture supports future features without refactoring
3. Leverage modern frameworks - Next.js and React accelerate development
4. Focus on UX first - Clean interface reduces training overhead

Enterprise Authentication Challenge

Implementing Microsoft 365 SSO required:

• Azure AD configuration and OAuth flow implementation
• JWT token management with secure refresh patterns
• Fallback authentication for external users (Google SSO)
• Role mapping from enterprise directory to LMS permissions

This multi-authentication approach serves both internal employees (M365) and external partners (Google), a common enterprise requirement.

Scalable Database Design

PostgreSQL schema designed for:

• Complex relationships (users, courses, enrollments, progress)
• Efficient queries for progress tracking
• Certificate generation with verification
• Analytics and reporting requirements
• Future multi-tenant capability

Impact & Outcomes

Why This Matters for Learning Design

Building an LMS from scratch isn't just a technical achievement - it's a learning design superpower.

Most L&D professionals say "I wish the LMS could do X." I can evaluate whether X is:

• Technically feasible
• Worth the development investment
• Better solved with content design
• A gap that needs a different tool

I don't just create training content. I understand the systems that deliver it, the data they generate, and how to optimize the entire learning experience from platform to pedagogy.

Project Status

Status: Functional prototype demonstrating full-stack capabilities
Scope: Designed for 200+ users with enterprise features
Availability: Screenshots and detailed documentation available