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I need a full-stack developer to craft a custom-built news portal that mirrors the structure and ease of use of Mongabay Brasil while adding dedicated spaces for News, Legislation, and Public Competitions. The stack is already defined: React on the front end and a Node.js back end. From the editor’s side everything must feel like a lightweight CMS—upload an article, assign it to the right section, hit publish, and see it go live instantly. Each new publication should trigger an automatic email to every subscriber on the list without any extra clicks from the editor. Theme styling should follow modern newsroom aesthetics but remain fully customizable, so future brand tweaks are painless. Key deliverables • Responsive React front end with three clearly separated content sections • Node.js (Express or similar) API, wired to a database you recommend for articles, users, and subscriptions • Simple, secure admin dashboard that lets an editor create, edit, schedule, and archive posts • Automated email alert system (SendGrid, Nodemailer or an equivalent you are comfortable with) fired on every new post • Deployment and basic documentation for hand-off so I can manage hosting, backups, and minor tweaks myself I’m looking for clean, well-commented code and a short walkthrough once everything is live. If you have previous newsroom or content-heavy site experience, that’s a plus—feel free to share links in your proposal.
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With over 15 years of experience as a full-stack developer, I have successfully built and launched numerous websites and applications, including content-heavy platforms like WordPress and Laravel. As the Co-Founder & CTO of usatechsoft, I pride myself on delivering clean, scalable solutions that not only meet the client's expectations but also provide long-term value. Using my expertise in React.js and Node.js, I can craft a customized news portal for you that emulates the structure and functionality of Mongabay Brasil while incorporating dedicated spaces for News, Legislation, and Public Competitions. The CMS backend will be user-friendly yet powerful enough to manage articles effectively: create, edit, schedule, archive posts - all with ease. With chosen database recommendations for robustness such as MySQL or PostgreSQL, we can ensure efficient data management for articles, users, and subscriptions. One area where my experience sets me apart is the automated email alert system. I’ve successfully built it using multiple platforms like SendGrid or Nodemailer to trigger automatic emails to subscribers on every new post without adding any burden on editors' tasks. My aim is not just to complete your project but also ensure that you have all required knowhow as an admin from deployment to hosting to managing minor changes yourself. Choose a seasoned professional who goes beyond coding - let's build a cutting-edge news portal together!
$500 USD in 12 days
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Hi there, We understand you're looking to develop a custom news portal with a React front end and Node.js back end, featuring dedicated sections for news, legislation, and public competitions, along with a simple admin dashboard for editors to manage content and an automated email alert system. With our experience in full-stack development, including projects like a learning platform website for children and a website for an electric bike company, both utilizing PHP and WordPress, we're confident in our ability to deliver a high-quality news portal. Our team has 17 years of experience and a 5.0 rating across 458 reviews on Freelancer. We'll provide a responsive React front end, a Node.js API, a secure admin dashboard, and an automated email alert system. What is your preferred database management system for this project, or would you like us to recommend one based on your specific needs? Feel free to message us to discuss the details! — Webbook Studio
$470 USD in 10 days
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Hello, I'm Elias, a Miami-based senior software engineer with 20 years of experience in full-stack development. I have a strong background in creating customized web applications and understand that your main goal is to build a news portal that mirrors a specific structure while providing an intuitive user experience. I've developed similar systems where the focus was on secure architecture, responsive UI, and maintainability. My approach to your project would involve these phases: 1) Understand the business workflow and technical requirements. 2) Design the user experience and architecture. 3) Develop the core features and API integrations. 4) Test everything thoroughly before launch. 5) Deploy and provide post-launch support. Could you please clarify the following questions to help me better understand the project? 1) What specific features do you envision for user personalization in the news portal? 2) Are there any particular third-party APIs you plan to integrate for news aggregation? 3) How do you envision managing user roles and permissions for content submission? I've built similar systems before, and while most of my projects were completed under NDA, I would be happy to discuss the architecture and features in detail. Additionally, I can ensure a scalable architecture that will grow with your needs.
$500 USD in 5 days
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Hi, CnEL India can build your customized news portal with a React frontend, Node.js backend, lightweight CMS, and automated subscriber notifications. Our methodology: * Review the required News, Legislation, and Public Competitions structure and define the content workflow. * Build a responsive React frontend with reusable components and newsroom-style layouts. * Develop a Node.js/Express API with a suitable database for articles, users, categories, and subscriptions. * Create a secure admin dashboard for creating, editing, scheduling, publishing, and archiving content. * Implement clean content models so future sections and branding changes can be added easily. * Configure automated email notifications triggered when a new publication goes live. * Add authentication, role-based access, validation, error handling, and secure API practices. * Optimize images, API responses, database queries, and frontend assets for performance. * Test publishing workflows, subscriptions, emails, responsive layouts, and admin functions. * Deploy the complete system and provide documentation plus a short handover walkthrough. We can start with the content architecture and editor workflow, then develop the frontend, backend, CMS, notifications, testing, and deployment in milestones.
$500 USD in 15 days
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With experience in developing custom news portals and expertise in React and Node.js, I understand your need for a seamless, user-friendly CMS like Mongabay Brasil. Can I ensure a smooth workflow by integrating the required functionalities and automating subscriber alerts? How do you envision the scalability of the platform as your audience grows? Regards, Yogesh Kumar
$310 USD in 10 days
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Hi, I can build your custom news portal using React, Node.js, and a scalable database architecture tailored to your content needs. I’ll create a clean, responsive UI inspired by Mongabay Brasil, with dedicated News, Legislation, and Public Competitions sections. The admin CMS will allow editors to create, edit, schedule, publish, and archive articles with minimal effort. I’ll integrate automated email notifications so every new publication is instantly delivered to all subscribed users. The platform will include secure authentication, optimized APIs, database management, and a fully customizable newsroom theme. I’ll handle deployment, documentation, testing, and provide a short walkthrough so your team can manage the platform independently. I’m ready to discuss the workflow and technical details and can share relevant content-heavy projects during the call. Best, Rahul
$600 USD in 15 days
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Hello, I’d be glad to build your customized news portal with a responsive React frontend and structured Node.js backend. I can implement the News, Legislation, and Public Competitions sections, a lightweight editor dashboard, scheduling and archiving, subscriber notifications, and secure database-backed content management. I’ll also provide deployment support, clean documentation, and a walkthrough for future maintenance. A useful improvement would be role-based editor permissions to keep publishing workflows secure. Check out my portfolio here:- https://www.freelancer.com/u/installerpoint Best Regards, Muhammad Adeel
$250 USD in 7 days
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Hello, You’re not just building a news site, you’re creating an editorial workflow where publishing must be effortless, section structure must stay clear, and subscriber alerts must happen reliably without adding work for editors. I can build the React frontend and Node.js backend around that goal, with dedicated News, Legislation, and Public Competitions sections, a secure lightweight CMS, scheduling and archiving, responsive newsroom styling, and automated email delivery through SendGrid or Nodemailer. My PHP experience also helps when integrating hosting environments or future content migrations, while JavaScript and HTML will keep the interface maintainable and flexible for later branding changes. I’ll recommend the database based on hosting and growth needs, implement the API and permissions carefully, then handle deployment, documentation, backups guidance, and a walkthrough for your team. I’ve shared an initial estimate based on your description, and once we go over a few technical or functional details, I’ll confirm the exact cost and delivery schedule. We can begin by defining the editorial roles, publication states, and subscription flow, then move through the portal in clear milestones. Should subscribers receive every new article, or be able to choose alerts for News, Legislation, and Public Competitions separately? Best regards, Asad Which publishing and subscription rules should the portal support, for example, scheduled posts, editor approvals, unsubscribe hand
$750 USD in 14 days
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Hello, I’d be glad to build your customized news portal with a responsive React frontend and maintainable Node.js API. I can structure the platform around News, Legislation, and Public Competitions, with a lightweight editor dashboard for creating, scheduling, publishing, and archiving content. The system can include secure authentication, a suitable database for articles and subscriptions, and automated subscriber notifications through SendGrid or Nodemailer. I’ll also focus on reusable theme components so future branding changes remain simple. Deployment documentation, backup guidance, and a concise live walkthrough will be included. A useful improvement would be adding role-based editor permissions to support future newsroom growth. Regards Muhammad
$250 USD in 9 days
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O ponto que mais quebra em portais assim é o disparo de e-mail a cada publicação: se o envio for feito na hora do clique em "publicar", uma lista grande trava o painel e o editor fica esperando, e uma falha no meio pode mandar e-mail duplicado ou nenhum. Por isso eu faria o publish só marcar o artigo e enfileirar o envio em background (fila com workers), disparando em lotes pelo SendGrid, com idempotência por artigo para que ninguém receba o mesmo alerta duas vezes — o editor clica e segue trabalhando. A stack seria React no front com as três seções (Notícias, Legislação, Concursos) como categorias de um mesmo modelo, Node/Express e PostgreSQL para artigos, usuários e assinaturas, com agendamento de posts via job programado. O tema fica com tokens de cor e tipografia num só lugar, para ajustes de marca sem mexer no código. Entrego por módulos — primeiro o CMS e a publicação, depois o e-mail automático — cada etapa testada, então você paga só pelo que já funciona. Em vez de mandar links soltos, prefiro montar a home e a tela de publicação para você avaliar direto. Posso começar imediatamente.
$250 USD in 1 day
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Hi, I will build your custom news portal using React for the front end and Node.js with Express on the back end, connecting everything to a PostgreSQL database to manage your articles, users, and subscriptions smoothly. The admin dashboard will feature a clean form for publishing posts instantly to your News, Legislation, and Public Competitions sections without page reloads. For the email alerts, I will integrate SendGrid with your Node.js back end so that publishing any new post automatically triggers a dispatch to your subscriber list without extra steps for the editor. I will also style the front end with clean modern newsroom aesthetics using Tailwind CSS, keeping the layout fully responsive and easy to adjust later. One helpful addition will be adding a simple tag filter to each section so readers can browse related topics within Legislation and Public Competitions much faster. Do you prefer storing subscriber lists directly in PostgreSQL or syncing them to an external provider during the initial build? Best, Salma Noreen
$1,897 USD in 18 days
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I’d structure the React portal around the Mongabay Brasil-style newsroom layout, with News, Legislation, and Public Competitions as distinct sections while keeping the theme settings easy to adjust later. The editor dashboard will handle article creation, section assignment, scheduling, editing, publishing, and archiving without touching code. I’ll deliver the responsive React frontend, secure Node.js/Express API, PostgreSQL data model for articles, users, and subscribers, plus SendGrid-powered alerts triggered automatically when a post goes live. I’ll also deploy the portal and provide concise setup/backup notes and a short hand-off walkthrough. The complete working portal and deployment will be ready in 4 days. Should subscriber emails be sent for scheduled posts at their publication time, or only for posts published manually? Muhammad Saad
$250 USD in 4 days
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Hi there, I have read and understood the project details. You need a custom news portal inspired by Mongabay Brasil’s structure and usability, with dedicated News, Legislation, and Public Competitions sections, plus a lightweight editorial workflow where content can be published quickly without technical steps. I’ll build the frontend in React with a responsive newsroom-focused UI and a Node.js/Express API backed by PostgreSQL for structured articles, users, categories, and subscriptions. The admin dashboard will support creating, editing, scheduling, publishing and archiving posts, with role-based access and secure authentication. I’ll also integrate SendGrid or an equivalent service so publishing a new article automatically triggers subscriber notifications. Would you like the three sections to share the same article structure, or will Legislation and Public Competitions require additional fields, filters, or document attachments? I can handle the complete development, database/API architecture, deployment, testing, and handover documentation. I’ll keep the code modular and well documented so future design changes and content management remain straightforward. Share any reference screens or existing content structure, and I can confirm the milestones, timeline, and fixed project price. Cheers, Rabia Shaikh
$250 USD in 3 days
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Build a Custom News Portal with React and Node.js for You ❇️ Hi My Friend, I hope you're doing well. I've reviewed your project requirements and noticed you're looking for a full-stack developer to create a news portal. Look no further; Zohaib is here to help you! My team has successfully completed 50+ similar projects for news and content-heavy websites. I will ensure your portal is user-friendly, with a lightweight CMS feel for editors, allowing seamless article management and publication. ➡️ Why Me? I can easily do your project as I have 5 years of experience in full-stack development, specializing in React and Node.js. My expertise includes building responsive web applications, creating secure APIs, and implementing automated systems. Additionally, I have a strong grip on database management and email notification systems, which will enhance your news portal's functionality. ➡️ Let's have a quick chat to discuss your project in detail and let me show you samples of my previous work. Looking forward to discussing this with you in our chat. ➡️ Skills & Experience: ✅ React Development ✅ Node.js Development ✅ API Creation ✅ Database Management ✅ Responsive Design ✅ Email Automation ✅ CMS Development ✅ Frontend Styling ✅ Backend Development ✅ Secure Admin Dashboards ✅ Project Deployment ✅ Documentation Writing Waiting for your response! Best Regards, Zohaib
$350 USD in 2 days
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Hello, Your brief lists React and Node, and I want to be straight with you: the CMS behaviour you describe (upload, assign, publish, auto-email) is native to WordPress with PHP, and stays maintainable for years without a custom framework to babysit. I pair it with a Python automation layer for feed imports and newsletter dispatch, which is where my depth sits. What I'll deliver: 1. Editorial CMS & Three Sections - Custom lightweight WordPress theme with clearly separated News, Legislation and Public Competitions sections - One-click publish plus schedule and archive controls in a simple, secure dashboard 2. Subscriber Email Automation - SendGrid wired to fire on every publish with zero extra clicks from the editor - Subscriber management with double opt-in and scheduled newsletter campaigns 3. Feed Import Automation - Python service ingesting RSS and feeds from multiple sources with dedupe into a draft queue - Fully customizable theme layer so future brand tweaks stay painless ▪ 15+ years of WordPress, PHP, Python and content-platform experience. ▪ Provide guide doc on completion. ▪ 30 days tech support included. Ready to start immediately. Let's discuss the details. Best, Raj
$401 USD in 8 days
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Hello!, I am a US-based senior software engineer, and I’d love to help build your custom news portal. What stands out to me is that this is not just a standard news site. You need a fast, clean, custom portal that mirrors the structure and ease of an established publisher, while still being easy for your team to manage. That usually means getting the content flow, layout, performance, and admin experience right from the start. My approach would be: 1. Define the article structure, categories, and publishing workflow 2. Build a responsive front end with clear navigation and strong readability 3. Develop the backend, database, CMS/admin tools, and API layer 4. Add SEO, performance tuning, and email/newsletter integration if needed 5. Test everything carefully so it launches smoothly I’m detail-focused, so I’ll make sure the portal is practical to maintain and ready to scale later. Relevant work I’ve done includes: - a local publishing portal for a regional media group - a content-heavy knowledge site for a SaaS company - an editorial-style site for a niche sports brand - a custom article platform with subscription and email capture Could you please clarify the following questions to help me better understand the project? 1. Do you want a fully custom CMS, or should I customize an existing framework? 2. Which launch features matter most: categories, search, featured stories, author profiles, or newsletter signup? 3.
$600 USD in 3 days
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Hello, Custom News Portal – React + Node.js {{{ I HAVE CREATED SIMILAR BEFORE AND I CAN SHOW YOU }}} I have 11+ years of full-stack development experience and can build a responsive news portal with separate News, Legislation and Public Competitions sections using React and Node.js. I will develop a lightweight CMS where editors can create, edit, schedule, publish and archive articles, with changes going live immediately. The backend will include secure authentication, article/user/subscriber management and automated email notifications through SendGrid/Nodemailer whenever a new article is published. I will also handle responsive UI, customizable newsroom styling, database integration, deployment, documentation and a short handover walkthrough. I can share relevant content-heavy/news portal examples and provide the complete source code. Thanks, Christina
$250 USD in 7 days
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When a project requires a smooth blend of content management and user engagement, the real challenge often lie in creating an intuitive and responsive experience. I understand that you want a news portal that not only functions efectively but also looks modern and is easy to manage. To tackle this, I propose the following phases: Planning and design: Collaborate on layout and features to match your vision. Development phase: Build the React front end and Node.js API in a staging environment. Testing and integration: make sure all components work together without affecting your live site. Deployment and documentation: Launch the site with a walkthrough for your management. I will implement the automated email system to notify subscribers instantly upon publication, without disrupting any existing services. Are there specific branding assets you would like to incorporate into the design? Rajavel
$579 USD in 7 days
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Hi, my name is Muhammad, based in Dubai. I have read your project details. I will build a React front‑end with three distinct sections and a Node/Express API backed by a database of my choice, plus an admin dashboard for editors to create, schedule and publish articles, and an automated email alert for each new post. Which email service would you prefer for the automated alerts, SendGrid or Nodemailer? I am pretty confident on this project, for sure I can handle it - ping me in the chat box for any other details, I'm ready to start ASAP, looking forward to connecting in the chat box. Please also visit my profile on Freelancer - I have 400+ positive feedback, delivering work in this industry for the last 8 years. Best regards, Muhammad
$350 USD in 5 days
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Hello I can build your custom news portal using React and Node.js to deliver the clean layout and smooth performance of Mongabay Brasil. I will develop a streamlined, intuitive CMS dashboard with instant publishing across your dedicated sections (News, Legislation, and Public Competitions), integrated with automated email dispatch workflows for every new post. Do you already have a preferred transactional email service (like SendGrid or AWS SES) for the automated alerts? Best regards, Giáp Văn Hưng
$359 USD in 7 days
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