React MongoDB Interface Prototype

I’m putting together a small proof-of-concept web app and need an experienced React developer who can move quickly from wireframe to working build.

The interface should feel simple and minimalistic, built entirely with reusable React components and clean JSX. State and prop management must enable real-time updates so the screen always reflects the latest data without a page refresh.

Navigation will rely on a menu with dropdown items; no side drawers or tab bars are required. Behind the scenes, I want a lightweight Node + Express API hooked to a MongoDB collection. The front end should consume that API for full CRUD while keeping response times snappy.

Deliverables
• React front end with minimalistic styling and dropdown menu navigation
• Real-time data layer (WebSockets or efficient polling—your call) wired to component state
• Node/Express middleware exposing CRUD routes to a MongoDB database
• Clear setup instructions so I can npm install && npm start locally

I’ll test by seeding MongoDB, running the app, and confirming that creating, updating, and deleting records is reflected instantly in the UI. Let me know which libraries you prefer for the real-time channel and any questions you have about the data model.