Synapse - AI-Powered Professional Networking

social network v2

• A modern professional networking application that uses AI assistants to help users connect with like-minded individuals. Built with React, Convex, and Gemini.

Features

• User Profiles: Create and manage your professional profile with interests and bio
• AI Assistants: Personalized AI assistants that help users network effectively
• Smart Matching: AI-powered matching system that connects users based on compatibility
• Real-time Chat: Direct messaging system with real-time updates
• Image Sharing: Support for sharing images in conversations

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React + Vite + TailwindCSS
• Backend: Convex (Backend-as-a-Service with real-time capabilities)
• Authentication: Convex Auth with username/password
• AI: Gemini Pro for intelligent matching and conversations
• Real-time Updates: Powered by Convex's reactive database

Getting Started

1. Clone the repository

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Set up your environment variables:

   • Create a .env.local file
   • Add your Convex deployment URL
   • Add your Gemini API key (if using your own)

4. Start the development server:

   npm run dev

Project Structure

• /convex - Backend functions and schema
  • schema.ts - Database schema
  • assistants.ts - AI assistant logic
  • messages.ts - Chat functionality
  • profiles.ts - User profile management
  • matches.ts - Matching system
• /src - Frontend React components
  • App.tsx - Main application component
  • ProfileSetup.tsx - Profile creation UI
  • AssistantSetup.tsx - AI assistant configuration
  • Chat.tsx - Messaging interface
  • AssistantChat.tsx - AI chat interface

Features in Detail

AI Assistants

Each user gets a personalized AI assistant that can:

• Understand user's networking goals

• Search for potential matches

• Facilitate connections

• Provide conversation suggestions

  

Smart Matching

The system uses AI to:

• Analyze user profiles
• Score compatibility between users
• Create matches when high relevance is detected
• Consider multiple factors including interests and goals

Real-time Chat

• Direct messaging between users
• Support for text and images
• Real-time message delivery
• Chat history preservation

Licensing

This software is proprietary and not open source. Please see the LICENSE file for terms of use.

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Contact Information

For questions or support, contact TEAM Synapse Inc. at [dthayalan760@gmail.com].