After more than a decade of working on EdBoard, the school management system I built from scratch, it’s time for a bittersweet goodbye. But this isn’t a story about closure—it’s about opening new doors. I’ve learned so much through the process of developing EdBoard, and I’m excited to channel those lessons into my next chapter as a full-time web developer.

The Origin of EdBoard: A Passion for Technology and Education

When I started working as a technology specialist in a Bronx middle school, I saw firsthand the challenges educators faced using outdated, paper-based systems. As a developer with a passion for creating solutions, I knew I could help. That’s how EdBoard was born. Over the years, I built and expanded the platform in response to the real needs of teachers and administrators, creating features that truly served the middle school community.

I spent every day seeing how the system helped simplify tasks for educators, allowing them to focus more on students and less on paperwork. EdBoard became more than just software—it became a direct extension of my development skills, driven by my love for technology and my commitment to improving education.

What EdBoard Taught Me

The success of EdBoard wasn’t just in solving school management challenges, but in how it stretched and expanded my developer skills. I modernized the platform, continuously integrating new features and improving user experience based on feedback. Each step in the journey strengthened my ability to build intuitive, scalable systems.

Working closely with educators every day, I saw the real impact of my work. There’s something powerful about literally seeing the end user in front of you and knowing that what you’re building is making their life easier. That hands-on experience shaped me as a developer, teaching me to always prioritize the user experience while maintaining a focus on simplicity and functionality.

Why Now?

While I’m incredibly proud of EdBoard, I’ve realized that my true passion lies in development itself. The business side of running EdBoard often took me away from what I love most—building and refining software. That’s why I’ve made the decision to step away from EdBoard and fully dedicate myself to what drives me: web development.

EdBoard has given me an invaluable opportunity to grow as a developer. But now I’m eager to focus entirely on what I do best—creating powerful, user-friendly web applications. I’m excited to apply everything I’ve learned to new challenges, and I’m actively seeking a full-time software developer role where I can devote my full energy to development.

Looking Forward

While EdBoard’s journey may be coming to an end, the knowledge and experience I’ve gained are just the beginning. The lessons learned from EdBoard—like the importance of simplicity in user interface design, the need for systems tailored to specific audiences, and the power of listening to end users—will continue to guide me.

A Call to the EdBoard Community

To everyone who used EdBoard over the years, I’d love to hear from you! How did EdBoard help you in your day-to-day work? What features made the biggest impact? Feel free to share your experiences and why you loved using EdBoard in the comments. Your feedback has always been a huge part of its evolution, and I’m grateful for the role you played in making it successful.

Though EdBoard is closing, I remain open to integrating its features with other platforms. If there’s interest from anyone who shares my vision for better middle school education tools, I’d love to explore how we can bring those ideas to life.

This isn’t just the end of a project; it’s the start of a new professional path. I’m excited about the future, and I can’t wait to contribute my skills and experience to new opportunities in web development.