Bloom: Interview Experience Sharing Blog

Bloom is a web application designed to provide a platform for individuals to share their interview experiences. Whether you're a job seeker preparing for an interview or a seasoned professional looking to give back by sharing your insights, Bloom is the place to connect and learn from each other's experiences.

Table of Contents

• Features
• Technologies Used
• Installation

Features

1. User Authentication:

   • Secure user authentication system using JWT (JSON Web Tokens).
   • User registration and login functionality.

2. Interview Experience Submission:

   • Users can submit their interview experiences, including details such as company name, position, interview questions, and overall experience.
   • Rich text editor for formatting and enhancing the content.

3. Search and Filter:

   • Users can search for interview experiences based on keywords, company names, or job positions.
   • Filter functionality to refine search results.

4. Commenting and Rating:

   • Users can comment on and rate the interview experiences shared by others.
   • A rating system to highlight valuable insights.

5. Responsive Design:

   • The website is designed to be responsive, ensuring a seamless experience across various devices.

6. User Profiles:

   • Users have profiles where they can view and manage their submitted interview experiences.
   • Profile picture upload functionality.

Technologies Used

• Frontend:

  • ReactJS - A JavaScript library for building user interfaces.
  • Bootstrap - A front-end framework for responsive and mobile-first web development.

• Backend:

  • Node.js - A JavaScript runtime for building server-side applications.
  • Express - A fast, unopinionated, minimalist web framework for Node.js.
  • MongoDB - A NoSQL database for storing and retrieving interview experiences.

• Authentication:

  • JSON Web Tokens (JWT) - A compact, URL-safe means of representing claims between two parties.

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/bloom.git
   cd bloom

2. Install Dependencies

   cd frontend
   npm install
   cd ../backend
   npm install

3. Run the Application

   cd ../frontend
   npm start
   
   cd ../backend
   npm start

4. Usage
   Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:3000 to access the Bloom web application.