Challenge
Students struggle to get real projects for their portfolio. Clients hesitate to hire student freelancers due to payment and quality risk.
2026 · Web App
StairsLife
A trusted freelance platform connecting university students with SMEs and clients to work on real projects.
Role: Frontend Developer & UI/UX Designer
Team: Prabu Mahendra, Hansel Kristanzen, Bryan Andersen Yudhinata, Michael Tanzel
Stack: Next.js, NestJS, Prisma, Supabase, Socket.io, Xendit, Resend, Flutter
Solution
Built a platform with escrow, KTM verification, digital contracts, and real-time chat to reduce risk and speed up delivery.
Key features
Escrow workflow
Client funds are held until work is completed.
Student verification
Users are verified via student ID to maintain trust.
Digital contracts
Scope, deadlines, and payments are documented clearly.
Real-time chat
Direct communication between clients and freelancers.
Outcome
The product was showcased at the BINUS Computer Science Festival 2026 booth and proved the team could ship a full product experience.
