WeBWorKer Chrome Extension
A Chrome extension published on the Chrome Web Store to improve the WeBWorK online homework experience for students. Provides real-time LaTeX-formatted previews of plaintext math, matching parentheses, variable name recognition, and custom query integrations.
What
- Created and published a browser extension to improve WeBWorK usability for university students
- Addressed a gap in the homework platform's interface that made math input error-prone
How
- Developed front-end logic in JavaScript and CSS
- Implemented real-time LaTeX-formatted previews of plaintext math input
- Added matching parentheses highlighting, variable name recognition, and custom query integrations
- Iterated on features based on direct user feedback
Results
- Reached over 900 active users at peak adoption
- Reduced input errors and improved workflow efficiency for students
Skills
- JavaScript
- CSS
- HTML
- Git/GitHub
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