SkillConnect Job Provider Panel

The Job Provider Panel is part of the SkillConnect platform, designed to assist job providers in managing their projects efficiently. This includes posting jobs, reviewing freelancer proposals, tracking project progress, and processing payments.

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Features

1. Job Management

• Create, edit, and manage job listings.
• Set project requirements, budget, and deadlines.
• Close job postings and communicate with applicants.

2. Freelancer Selection

• Browse freelancer profiles and proposals.
• Approve or reject applications.
• Communicate directly with freelancers for clarification.

3. Project Tracking

• Monitor progress, request updates, and approve submissions.
• Provide feedback and request revisions if necessary.

4. Payment Processing

• Process secure payments to freelancers upon project completion.
• Manage payment methods and view transaction history.

5. Feedback System

• Provide ratings and reviews for freelancers after project completion.
• Use feedback as a reference for future hiring decisions.

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Directory Structure

Backend

hashir-ayaz-JobProviderPanel/
├── backend/
│   ├── server.js
│   ├── public/
│   │   └── favicon.ico
│   ├── script.sh
│   ├── package.json
│   ├── src/
│       ├── controllers/
│       ├── models/
│       ├── routes/
│       ├── middleware/
│       ├── config/
│       ├── utils/
│       ├── email/

Frontend

hashir-ayaz-JobProviderPanel/
└── frontend-job-provider/
    ├── src/
    ├── public/
    ├── components/
    ├── pages/
    ├── services/
    ├── hooks/
    ├── context/
    ├── assets/
    ├── utils/

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Technology Stack

Backend

• Framework: Express.js
• Database: MongoDB
• Authentication: JWT, Google OAuth
• Email Service: SendGrid

Frontend

• Framework: React (Vite setup)
• Styling: Tailwind CSS

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Setup Instructions

Prerequisites

• Node.js
• MongoDB
• SendGrid API Key
• Google OAuth credentials

Backend Setup

1. Navigate to the backend directory:

   cd backend

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Create a .env file with the following variables:

   PORT=3000
   MONGO_URI=<your-mongodb-connection-string>
   JWT_SECRET=<your-jwt-secret>
   SENDGRID_API_KEY=<your-sendgrid-api-key>
   GOOGLE_CLIENT_ID=<your-google-client-id>
   GOOGLE_CLIENT_SECRET=<your-google-client-secret>
   COOKIE_KEY=<your-cookie-secret-key>
   CLIENT_URL=http://localhost:5173
   

4. Start the server:

   npm start

Frontend Setup

1. Navigate to the frontend-job-provider directory:

   cd frontend-job-provider

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Start the development server:

   npm run dev

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API Endpoints

Authentication

• POST /api/v1/auth/signup: Register a new user.
• POST /api/v1/auth/login: Log in a user.
• GET /api/v1/auth/google: Google OAuth login.

Jobs

• GET /api/v1/jobs: Fetch all jobs.
• POST /api/v1/jobs: Create a new job.
• GET /api/v1/jobs/:id: Get details of a specific job.

Skills

• GET /api/v1/skills: Fetch all available skills.

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Contribution Guidelines

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or bugfix.
3. Commit your changes and open a pull request.

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License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.