About Get MAR
Learn about our journey to make academic processes easier and more accessible for students everywhere.
What We're About
Our Mission
Get MAR makes your certificate hassles disappear. We built this to help students like you breeze through MAR requirements without the stress. Our simple system lets you focus on activities that matter, not the paperwork.
Instant Results
Generate professional certificates in seconds, not hours.
College Approved
Designed to meet official MAR requirements and standards.
Student Focused
Built by students, for students. We understand your needs.
What You Get
Quick Certificates
Get instant certificates for all MAR activities
College-Ready Format
Designed to be accepted by colleges
QR Verification
Each certificate has a QR code for easy verification
Auto-Saving
Certificates saved directly to your Google Drive
Easy Login
Use Google or email to access your account
Always Free
No hidden fees or premium tiers - ever
The Story of Get MAR
The Spark: How It All Started
It all started in my first year of college. I was totally lost when I first heard about MAR points. With just a month to go before the deadline, I panicked. How was I supposed to get 25 points worth of certificates?
During those late nights of stress, I had a simple thought: "What if there was an easier way?" I wasn't trying to build anything fancy - just something to make my life easier. That's how Get MAR began.
First Try: Baby Steps
My first solution was super basic - just a simple Google Slides plugin. It wasn't pretty, but it worked! It took form data and spit out certificates. It was my first win against the MAR headache, and it showed me that coding could actually solve real problems in my student life.
Getting Better: QR Codes & More
As I learned more coding, I started making the tool better. The big upgrade was adding QR codes to verify certificates - that was a game-changer!
I also switched from plugins to writing my own Google Apps Script code. I learned how to work with fonts and even set up auto-emails. It was tough but super rewarding to build something that actually worked.
Growing Up: Custom Forms
Next big step: I created a custom HTML form that gave me total control over how everything looked and worked. The certificates looked more professional, and something amazing happened - other students started using it too! Seeing my little project help others felt better than any A+ grade.
The Big Upgrade: A Real App
I decided it was time for a complete makeover. I rebuilt everything from scratch using React and TypeScript. The goal was simple: make it look good, work on any device, and be super easy to use.
By April 2025, I added Firebase and Supabase to handle the backend stuff. Now you can log in with Google or just email. It finally felt like a real app, not just a school project.
Modern Infrastructure: Serverless Functions & Drive Integration
Made a major architectural shift - moved from Google Apps Script to modern serverless functions using Netlify Edge Functions. This transition brought better performance, enhanced security, and more reliable certificate processing.
Also added something huge – now your certificates are automatically saved to your Google Drive! This means no more lost certificates, and you can access them from anywhere. The new serverless backend handles OAuth authentication securely and bypasses cross-origin issues.
Every file is auto-saved with proper permissions and verification links, all powered by our new edge function infrastructure that's faster and more scalable than the old Apps Script approach.
Miscellaneous: Automation & Upgrade Verification
Added automated testing and CI/CD pipelines to ensure everything runs smoothly with each update. This means fewer bugs and a more reliable experience for users. And easier for me to update the app without worrying about breaking things.
Implemented a comprehensive upgrade verification process to ensure all the verifications are tamper-proof and signed with JWT for added security.
Now: Helping Everyone
What started as my quick fix has grown into something much bigger. Now it's all about helping as many students as possible deal with MAR requirements without all the stress I went through. Looking back, I've grown too - from a confused first-year to someone who builds tools that make student life easier.
The app now ranks first in Google search for queries like "MAR certificate", "MAR generator", "Get MAR", and more - proof that it's solving a real need for students everywhere.
This project taught me that the best way to learn is by solving real problems. Want to see what else I'm building? Check me out on GitHub or visit my portfolio.
Technology Behind the Scenes
Frontend
Backend
Security
Cloud Services
Built for Performance
Frequently Asked Questions
QAre the certificates officially recognized?
Our certificates follow standard MAR formatting and include QR verification. However, always check with your institution about their specific requirements.
QHow secure is my data?
We use enterprise-grade security with Firebase authentication and encrypted data storage. Your certificates are saved to your own Google Drive, giving you full control.
QCan I customize my certificates?
Yes! You can customize participant names, dates, activities, and other details. The design follows professional standards while allowing personalization.
QIs there a limit to how many certificates I can create?
Yes, there are usage limits that change from time to time to ensure fair access for all users. Our platform is designed to handle your MAR requirements within these reasonable limits.
Why Choose Get MAR?
Student-Centric Design
Built by someone who's been in your shoes - I know the struggle!
Continuously Improving
Regular updates based on user feedback and changing requirements
Modern Technology
Built with latest web technologies for speed and reliability
No Hidden Costs
Completely free - no premium features or paid tiers
Mobile Friendly
Works perfectly on phones, tablets, and computers
Community Driven
Your feedback shapes the future of this platform
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Feedback
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Bug Reports
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Feature Ideas
Got ideas for new features? We're all ears!