https://github.com/amruthpillai/reactive-resume
A one-of-a-kind resume builder that keeps your privacy in mind. Completely secure, customizable, portable, open-source and free forever. Try it out today!
https://github.com/amruthpillai/reactive-resume
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A one-of-a-kind resume builder that keeps your privacy in mind. Completely secure, customizable, portable, open-source and free forever. Try it out today!
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/amruthpillai/reactive-resume
- Owner: amruthpillai
- License: mit
- Created: 2020-03-25T14:08:22.000Z (about 6 years ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2026-04-23T12:21:19.000Z (about 1 month ago)
- Last Synced: 2026-04-23T14:25:53.967Z (about 1 month ago)
- Topics: better-auth, hacktoberfest, react, resume, resume-builder, self-hosted, tailwindcss, tanstack-start
- Language: TypeScript
- Homepage: https://rxresu.me
- Size: 131 MB
- Stars: 36,408
- Watchers: 117
- Forks: 4,052
- Open Issues: 69
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- Contributing: docs/contributing/architecture.mdx
- Funding: .github/FUNDING.yml
- License: LICENSE
- Agents: AGENTS.md
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README
Reactive Resume
Reactive Resume is a free and open-source resume builder that simplifies the process of creating, updating, and sharing your resume.
---
Reactive Resume makes building resumes straightforward. Pick a template, fill in your details, and export to PDF—no account required for basic use. For those who want more control, the entire application can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure.
Built with privacy as a core principle, Reactive Resume gives you complete ownership of your data. The codebase is fully open-source under the MIT license, with no tracking, no ads, and no hidden costs.
## Features
**Resume Building**
- Real-time preview as you type
- Multiple export formats (PDF, JSON)
- Drag-and-drop section ordering
- Custom sections for any content type
- Rich text editor with formatting support
**Templates**
- Professionally designed templates
- A4 and Letter size support
- Customizable colors, fonts, and spacing
- Custom CSS for advanced styling
**Privacy & Control**
- Self-host on your own infrastructure
- No tracking or analytics by default
- Full data export at any time
- Delete your data permanently with one click
**Extras**
- AI integration (OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude)
- Multi-language support
- Share resumes via unique links
- Import from JSON Resume format
- Dark mode support
- Passkey and two-factor authentication
## Templates
Azurill
Bronzor
Chikorita
Ditto
Gengar
Glalie
Kakuna
Lapras
Leafish
Onyx
Pikachu
Rhyhorn
Ditgar
Meowth
## Quick Start
The quickest way to run Reactive Resume locally:
```bash
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/amruthpillai/reactive-resume.git
cd reactive-resume
# Start all services
docker compose up -d
# Access the app
open http://localhost:3000
```
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For detailed setup instructions, environment configuration, and self-hosting guides, see the [documentation](https://docs.rxresu.me).
## Tech Stack
| Category | Technology |
| ---------------- | ------------------------------- |
| Framework | TanStack Start (React 19, Vite) |
| Runtime | Node.js |
| Language | TypeScript |
| Database | PostgreSQL with Drizzle ORM |
| API | ORPC (Type-safe RPC) |
| Auth | Better Auth |
| Styling | Tailwind CSS |
| UI Components | Radix UI |
| State Management | Zustand + TanStack Query |
## Documentation
Comprehensive guides are available at [docs.rxresu.me](https://docs.rxresu.me):
| Guide | Description |
| ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------- |
| [Getting Started](https://docs.rxresu.me/getting-started) | First-time setup and basic usage |
| [Self-Hosting](https://docs.rxresu.me/self-hosting/docker) | Deploy on your own server |
| [Development Setup](https://docs.rxresu.me/contributing/development) | Local development environment |
| [Project Architecture](https://docs.rxresu.me/contributing/architecture) | Codebase structure and patterns |
| [Exporting Your Resume](https://docs.rxresu.me/guides/exporting-your-resume) | PDF and JSON export options |
## Self-Hosting
Reactive Resume can be self-hosted using Docker. The stack includes:
- **PostgreSQL** — Database for storing user data and resumes
- **Printer** — Headless Chromium service for PDF and screenshot generation
- **SeaweedFS** (optional) — S3-compatible storage for file uploads
Pull the latest image from Docker Hub or GitHub Container Registry:
```bash
# Docker Hub
docker pull amruthpillai/reactive-resume:latest
# GitHub Container Registry
docker pull ghcr.io/amruthpillai/reactive-resume:latest
```
See the [self-hosting guide](https://docs.rxresu.me/self-hosting/docker) for complete instructions.
## Support
Reactive Resume is and always will be free and open-source. If it has helped you land a job or saved you time, please consider supporting continued development:
Other ways to support:
- Star this repository
- Report bugs and suggest features
- Improve documentation
- Help with translations
## Star History
## Contributing
Contributions make open-source thrive. Whether fixing a typo or adding a feature, all contributions are welcome.
1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch (`git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature`)
3. Commit your changes (`git commit -m 'Add amazing feature'`)
4. Push to the branch (`git push origin feature/amazing-feature`)
5. Open a Pull Request
See the [development setup guide](https://docs.rxresu.me/contributing/development) for detailed instructions on how to set up the project locally.
## License
[MIT](./LICENSE) — do whatever you want with it.