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https://github.com/mehar-aziz/job-finder

Job Finder is a web app that connects job seekers with employers. It features job listings, user profiles, and secure authentication, built with React and Node.js.
https://github.com/mehar-aziz/job-finder

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Job Finder is a web app that connects job seekers with employers. It features job listings, user profiles, and secure authentication, built with React and Node.js.

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# Job Finder



Job Finder is a web application designed to simplify the job search and recruitment process. It provides job seekers with an easy-to-use platform to find job openings, while also allowing companies to post vacancies, manage applications, and promote their services.



![Job Finder Screenshot](https://github.com/Mehar-Aziz/Job-Finder/blob/8c364fedfd611a270ba14cea7943b2a7d50ea7f5/Screenshot%202024-08-18%20133052.png)



## Table of Contents



- [Project Overview](#project-overview)

- [Features](#features)

- [Objectives](#objectives)

- [Tools and Technologies](#tools-and-technologies)

- [Installation](#installation)

- [Usage](#usage)

- [Folder Structure](#folder-structure)

- [Methodology](#methodology)

- [Challenges](#challenges)

- [Future Enhancements](#future-enhancements)

- [Contributing](#contributing)

- [License](#license)



## Project Overview



Job Finder is built with modern web technologies, providing a responsive and user-friendly experience for both job seekers and employers. The application includes features like job listings, user profiles, company pages, and secure authentication.



## Features



- **User Profiles:** Create and manage profiles, track job applications, and manage job search activities.

- **Job Listings:** Search, filter, and apply for jobs directly through the platform.

- **Company Pages:** View detailed company information, job postings, and company culture.

- **Contact Form:** Allows users to directly contact the company.

- **Service Pages:** Information on various services provided by the company.

- **Secure Authentication:** Implemented with JWT for secure login and user management.



## Objectives



- **Simplify Job Search:** Create an intuitive platform for job seekers.

- **Streamline Recruitment Process:** Provide tools for companies to manage job postings and applications.

- **Enhance User Experience:** Ensure a responsive design on both desktop and mobile devices.

- **Implement Robust Security:** Secure user data with strong authentication and authorization methods.



## Tools and Technologies



### Front-End:

- **React**: Library for building user interfaces.

- **React-Router-Dom**: For routing and navigation.

- **Bootstrap**: CSS framework for responsive design.

- **Sass**: CSS preprocessor for modular styles.

- **Axios**: HTTP client for API requests.

- **React-Icons**: Icon library for React applications.

- **React-Slick**: Carousel component for responsive sliders.

- **React-Chartjs-2**: Charting library for data visualization.

- **React-Datepicker**: Date picker for forms.



### Back-End:

- **Node.js**: JavaScript runtime.

- **Express.js**: Web application framework for building APIs.

- **MongoDB**: NoSQL database for data storage.

- **Mongoose**: ODM for MongoDB.

- **JWT**: For secure user authentication.

- **Nodemailer**: For sending emails from the server.



### Development Tools:

- **Nodemon**: Automatically restarts the server during development.

- **Webpack**: Module bundler used by React-Scripts.

- **Jest**: Testing framework for unit and integration testing.



## Installation



### Prerequisites



Make sure you have the following installed:

- **Node.js** (v16+)

- **npm** or **yarn**



### Front-End Setup



1. Clone the repository:

   ```bash

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/jobfinder.git

   ```

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   ```bash

   cd jobfinder

   ```

3. Install dependencies:

   ```bash

   npm install

   ```

4. Start the development server:

   ```bash

   npm start

   ```



### Back-End Setup



1. Navigate to the backend directory:

   ```bash

   cd jobfinder-backend

   ```

2. Install dependencies:

   ```bash

   npm install

   ```

3. Set up environment variables:

   Create a `.env` file in the root of `jobfinder-backend` and add your variables (e.g., MongoDB URI, JWT secret, etc.).

4. Start the server:

   ```bash

   npm start

   ```



## Usage



1. **Front-End**: Access the application at `http://localhost:3001` after starting the development server.

2. **Back-End**: The backend server will run on `http://localhost:3000` by default. Ensure both servers are running to use the full application.



## Folder Structure



```

jobfinder/

│

├── public/

├── src/

│   ├── assets/

│   ├── components/

│   ├── pages/

│   ├── services/

│   ├── styles/

│   └── App.js

│

└── jobfinder-backend/

    ├── src/

    │   ├── controllers/

    │   ├── models/

    │   ├── routes/

    │   └── server.js

    └── .env

```



## Methodology



The project follows agile development practices with iterative progress and continuous feedback loops. Key phases include planning, design, development, testing, and deployment.



## Challenges



- **Integration of Multiple Libraries:** Addressed through compatibility tests and modular development.

- **Authentication and Security:** Implemented JWT and used best practices for data protection.

- **Responsive Design:** Achieved with Bootstrap and custom media queries.

- **Data Management:** Efficiently structured database with MongoDB.

- **User Feedback:** Incorporated through iterative UI/UX reviews.



## Future Enhancements



- **Advanced Search Filters:** For more precise job search results.

- **AI-Based Recommendations:** To provide personalized job suggestions.

- **Enhanced Analytics:** To gain insights into user behavior and application performance.



## Contributing



Contributions are welcome! Please fork the repository and create a pull request with your changes. Ensure your code follows the established style guidelines and is well-documented.



## License



This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.

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