StudyLeague Founder

About This Role

Founded a gamified revision startup at 15, built using Next.js and Firebase Realtime Database. Designed and implemented core features including a live 'versus' mode, managing real-time match state through the database. Integrated and experimented with ChatGPT's API in multiple ways beyond simple text generation. Grew the platform to 6,000+ users through organic marketing on TikTok. Operated the product for ~4 months before pausing development due to GCSE commitments.

Technologies & Skills

Responsibilities

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  Designed and built a gamified revision platform with FIFA/NBA2K-inspired mechanics from scratch

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  Implemented a live 'versus' mode with real-time match state management via Firebase Realtime Database

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  Integrated ChatGPT's API for AI-powered quizzes and flashcards beyond basic text generation

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  Built a pack-opening card collection system with point multipliers and leaderboards

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  Grew the platform entirely through organic TikTok UGC content and social media marketing

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  Managed full product lifecycle - development, deployment, user support, and iteration

Key Achievements

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  Grew to 6,000+ users in 4 months with zero paid marketing

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  Generated $1,000 total revenue as a solo 15-year-old founder

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  Accumulated 2M+ total views across TikTok accounts with one video hitting 1.1M views

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  Built 7,000 TikTok followers through consistent organic content strategy

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  Successfully launched and operated a real-time multiplayer web application as a teenager