Community Page Application

This repository contains the source code for a community page application built using Next.js with TypeScript. The application provides community-driven features such as hiring, and jobs, all wrapped in a modular and scalable structure.

Features

• Hire Talent: A platform for hiring managers to find and connect with suitable candidates.
• Jobs Section: Offers detailed job listings and mock interview preparation resources.

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Project Structure

Key Directories

app/

• Contains the main pages and layouts for core features like "Get Certified," "Hire Talent," and "Jobs."
• Follows a structured approach with page.tsx and layout.tsx for each section.
• Supports dynamic routes (e.g., [details]) to render unique content dynamically based on user actions.

components/

• Houses reusable UI components like the navbar, footer, and heroSection.
• Includes specialized components such as dashboardNavBar for authenticated users.

hooks/

• Contains custom React hooks for managing application state, API calls, and utility functions.

styles/globals.css

• Defines global styles to ensure consistent design across the application.

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Pages

Hire Talent

• Workflow: Hiring managers can search for candidates, filter profiles based on skills, and message suitable candidates directly. Detailed resumes are available for download.
• CTA Button: "Find Top Talent"
• UTM Parameters:
  • utm_source: community_page
  • utm_medium: hiring_cta

Jobs

• Workflow: Users can browse job listings, filter them based on location and skills, and apply directly. Additional resources for mock interviews are available to prepare for applications.
• CTA Button: "Explore Jobs"
• UTM Parameters:
  • utm_source: community_page
  • utm_medium: jobs_cta

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Setup Instructions

Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following installed:

• Node.js >= 16
• npm or Yarn
• TypeScript

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone <repository-url>
   cd community-page

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Create a .env file and add the required environment variables:

   NEXTAUTH_URL=<your-site-url>
   DATABASE_URL=<your-database-url>
   

4. Run the development server:

   npm run dev

5. Visit the application at http://localhost:3000.

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Workflow for Updating the Repository

1. Create a New Branch

   git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

2. Update or Add Files

   • Modify existing components/pages or create new ones under the appropriate directories.
   • Use modular and reusable practices to maintain consistency.

3. Test Locally Run the development server to test your changes:

   npm run dev

4. Commit Changes Use meaningful commit messages:

   git add .
   git commit -m "Add feature X or fix Y"

5. Push to Remote Push your branch to the remote repository:

   git push origin feature/your-feature-name

6. Create a Pull Request Open a pull request on GitHub and include a clear description of the changes.

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Technologies Used

• Frontend: Next.js, TypeScript, CSS Modules
• Backend: Spring Boot (for APIs)
• Database: MySQL
• Real-time Updates: Socket.io
• Authentication: NextAuth

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Contributing

1. Fork the repository.
2. Clone your fork locally and follow the setup instructions.
3. Make your changes and create a pull request.

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License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.