Global Currency Shift: BRICS vs. the Dollar

Project Overview

Global Currency Shift is an educational website that explores the historical dominance of the U.S. dollar, the rise and decline of the euro, and the emergence of the BRICS alliance and its proposed monetary system. The website serves as a comprehensive resource for students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding the changing landscape of global finance.

Project Goals

• Create an educational resource about global monetary systems
• Present complex financial information in an accessible way
• Develop an interactive timeline of key monetary events
• Provide resources for educators and researchers
• Create a responsive design that works on all devices

Features

• Interactive Timeline: A horizontal timeline that allows users to explore key monetary milestones throughout history.
• Educational Sections: Detailed information about the dollar, euro, and BRICS, with expandable content sections.
• Glossary Tooltips: Hover-over definitions for complex financial terms.
• Research Page: In-depth academic analysis of the BRICS alliance and its impact on global monetary systems.
• Educator Resources: Downloadable materials for teachers and professors.
• Dark Mode Support: Toggle between light and dark themes for comfortable reading.
• Search Functionality: Site-wide search to quickly find specific information.

Technologies Used

• Next.js: React framework for server-side rendering and static site generation
• Tailwind CSS: Utility-first CSS framework for responsive design
• TypeScript: Typed JavaScript for improved code quality
• React Hooks: For state management and component logic
• Responsive Design: Mobile-first approach for all screen sizes

Results

The Global Currency Shift website has become a valuable educational resource, used by students and educators around the world. The interactive timeline and detailed content sections have made complex financial concepts more accessible to a wider audience. The website has received positive feedback for its clear presentation of information and user-friendly design.

Client Testimonial

"The Global Currency Shift website has been an invaluable resource for our economics department. The interactive timeline and clear explanations have helped our students understand complex global financial systems. The website's design is not only visually appealing but also highly functional and user-friendly."