Resume Builder

Resume Builder is a modern web application that allows users to create, manage, and export professional resumes. It leverages NeonDB for secure database management and provides a clean, user-friendly interface for building resumes efficiently.

Features

• User Authentication: Secure login and registration using JWT.
• Resume Creation: Input personal, educational, and professional details.
• Data Storage: All user and resume data is stored in NeonDB.
• PDF Export: Download the completed resume as a print-ready PDF.
• Responsive Design: Fully responsive across desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
• Backend: TypeScript, NeonDB (PostgreSQL)
• Authentication: JSON Web Tokens (JWT)

Installation & Setup

Prerequisites

• Node.js (>=18)
• NeonDB account

Steps

Step 1: Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/resume-builder.git
cd resume-builder

Step 2: Install Dependencies

npm install

Step 3: Creating a NeonDB Database

1. Visit NeonDB Console and log in.
2. Click Create a Database and provide the following details:
   • Name: (Choose any suitable name)
   • PostgreSQL Version: 17
   • Region: AWS Singapore
3. Click Create to initialize your database.

Step 4: Obtaining the Connection String

After the database is created, click the "Connect" button.
Select "Connection String" and choose Next.js as the platform.
Copy the generated .env snippet.

Step 5: Configuring the Project

Create a file named .env.local in the root directory.
Paste the following into it:

DATABASE_URL=your-neondb-connection-string

JWT_SECRET=your-jwt-secret-key (Replace with actual values)

Step 6: Running the Project

npm run dev

Visit http://localhost:3000 in your browser to access the app.

Hosted Link

The project is live at: ResumeBuilder