Nexify

Nexify is a next-generation platform designed to revolutionize professional networking, personal branding, and communication within companies. By combining the best features of platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter/Threads, Medium/Hashnode, Discord/Slack, and WhatsApp, Nexify aims to create a holistic environment that supports both individual professionals and organizations.

Features

Nexify offers a comprehensive set of features to address various aspects of professional life:

• Professional Networking: Build and manage a professional resume, apply for jobs, and connect with peers.
• Company Branding: Create and manage a company page that acts like a Facebook Page with added professional features.
• Content Sharing: Share blog posts, reviews, research papers, and company updates.
• Communication: Manage private communications, set up a company-wide communication server, and conduct video conferences.
• Hiring Tools: Manage the hiring process with screening, video interviews, and online assessment tools.
• Documentation Management: Use confluence-like features to manage internal documentation accessible only by the company and its employees.

Getting Started

Follow these instructions to set up your development environment and get started with Nexify.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following software/tools/language installed:

• Node.js (v21.x or higher)
• npm or yarn
• Python/Go/Rust (for backend tasks, if applicable)
• Docker (for containerization)
• Git (for version control)

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/neobit-hub/Nexify.git
   cd Nexify

2. Install Dependencies:

   npm install

   or

   yarn install

3. Environment Variables:

   • Create a .env file in the root directory and add necessary environment variables.
   • Sample .env:

     DATABASE_URL=your-database-url
     JWT_SECRET=your-jwt-secret
     

4. Database Setup:

   • Run database migrations and seed the database with initial data.

   npm run migrate
   npm run seed

5. Run the Application:

   npm start

   The application will be available at http://localhost:3000.

Usage

• Starting the Development Server:

  npm run dev

• Building for Production:

  npm run build

Contributing

We welcome contributions to Nexify! If you're interested in contributing, please read the following guidelines.

Contribution Guidelines

1. Fork the Repository: Start by forking the repository to your GitHub account.
2. Create a New Branch:

   git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

3. Make Your Changes: Commit your changes with clear and descriptive messages.
4. Push to Your Fork:

   git push origin feature/your-feature-name

5. Submit a Pull Request: Open a pull request against the develop branch.

Code of Conduct

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment. Please review our Code of Conduct before contributing.

Beginner-Friendly Issues

If you’re new to open source, look for issues labeled good first issue to start contributing with minimal friction.

License

Nexify is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for more details.

Acknowledgments

• A big thank you to all the contributors who make this project possible.
• Special thanks to the open-source community and the creators of the libraries and tools used in this project.