[Feature]: Advanced Project Filtering & Sorting

[SudiptaPaul-31]

🔍 Problem Statement

Description

Improve project discovery with advanced filtering and sorting options, making it easier for users to find projects that match their preferences and requirements.

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Requirements

• Filter by budget range — allow min/max budget selection.
• Filter by project status — e.g., active, completed, in-progress.
• Filter by required skills — multi-select skill tags.
• Sort options — newest first, budget (asc/desc), deadline (asc/desc).
• Clear-all filters — reset all applied filters in one action.
• Preserve filters in URL query parameters — ensure filters persist on refresh and shareable links.

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Acceptance Criteria

• ✅ Responsive filter drawer on mobile — collapsible UI optimized for smaller screens.
• ✅ Loading states — skeleton or spinner shown while results are fetched.
• ✅ Empty states — clear messaging when no projects match filters.
• ✅ Debounced search/filter requests — prevent excessive API calls during rapid input changes.
• ✅ Filters persist via URL query parameters — refreshing or sharing the link restores applied filters.
• ✅ Sorting works consistently — results are ordered correctly based on selected criteria.

📈 Expected Impact

High — Would significantly improve user experience

[OluRemiFour]

@OluRemiFour has applied to work on this issue as part of the Stellar Wave Program's 8th wave.

I can take this on. I've gone through the details and will provide a well-tested solution aligned with the project standards.

ℹ️ Repo Maintainers: To accept this application, review their application or assign @OluRemiFour to this issue.