update: add badges, add some basic description, and project vision

README.md

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+[![Netlify Status](https://api.netlify.com/api/v1/badges/3377cddb-b7fb-403f-b5bc-ec1bbc0f051a/deploy-status)](https://app.netlify.com/sites/a-brightpath/deploys)
+![Frontend](https://github.com/chingu-voyages/V53-tier3-team-35/actions/workflows/frontend-tests.yml/badge.svg)
 ![Backend](https://github.com/chingu-voyages/V53-tier3-team-35/actions/workflows/backend-tests.yml/badge.svg)
 
-# voyage-tasks
+# BrightPath Online Course Platform  
+**Created by the Go Getters**  
 
-Your project's `readme` is as important to success as your code. For 
-this reason you should put as much care into its creation and maintenance
-as you would any other component of the application.
+## Project Vision Statement  
+During this six-week Chingu voyage, our team will design, develop, and launch BrightPath, a custom platform for online courses that will cover niche tech topics not currently addressed elsewhere.
+All courses—including videos, readings, activities, and quizzes—will be freely available to the public. Users can log in to access course content and track their progress.
+Upon completing all required lessons and assessments for a given course, users will be issued a verified BrightPath certificate that can be shared on LinkedIn and other web platforms to demonstrate their achievement.
+Our practical, project-based courses will help learners stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving tech landscape.  
 
-If you are unsure of what should go into the `readme` let this article,
-written by an experienced Chingu, be your starting point - 
-[Keys to a well written README](https://tinyurl.com/yk3wubft).
+---
 
-And before we go there's "one more thing"! Once you decide what to include
-in your `readme` feel free to replace the text we've provided here.
+## Primary Links  
+- **Frontend**: [BrightPath Frontend](https://a-brightpath.netlify.app/)  
+- **Backend**: [BrightPath Backend](https://brightpath-api.up.railway.app/)  
 
-> Own it & Make it your Own!
+---
+
+## About the Project  
+BrightPath is built to offer free, project-based learning experiences. Users will find interactive content, gain hands-on skills, and earn verifiable certificates that showcase their achievements.  
+
+### Features  
+- **Free, Public Access**: Courses are freely accessible to all users.  
+- **Personalized Learning**: Login functionality enables users to track their progress.  
+- **Certificates of Completion**: Highlight learning accomplishments on LinkedIn or other platforms.  
+- **Rich Content**: Courses include videos, readings, activities, and assessments.  
+
+---
+
+## Tech Stack  
+- **Frontend**: Next.js (hosted on Netlify)  
+- **Backend**: Express.js (hosted on Railway)  
+- **Database**: PostgreSQL  
+- **Other**: OAuth Authentication
+
+---
+
+We invite you to explore the platform and join us in shaping the future of online learning! 🎓✨
 
 ## Team Documents