Build a daily word puzzle game like a mini crossword. Players get a set of letters and must place them all on a grid to form valid words. Include user authentication, leaderboards, and a puzzle picker.
itsalive Features Used
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Auth
Magic link email authentication for user accounts and leaderboard participation
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Database
Stores user profiles, display names, and daily puzzle completions with word counts for the leaderboard
What itsalive Eliminated
Without itsalive
Set up a backend server (Node.js/Express or similar)
Configure email service (SendGrid, SES) for magic link authentication
Set up and manage a database (PostgreSQL, MongoDB) for user data and scores
Implement session management and authentication middleware
Deploy and maintain server infrastructure
With itsalive
Auth just works with simple API calls - magic links sent automatically
Database ready instantly with public/private collection settings
Leaderboard queries with sorting and filtering built-in