MyUpskills Web & Server Documentation 🚀

Overview

MyUpskills is a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Training Management platform offering both a Web Application (Frontend) and a Backend API (Server).

It provides users with a seamless experience to apply for RPL, track application progress, manage profiles, and handle administrative tasks.

This documentation covers both the Web (Frontend) and Server (Backend) services in a structured manner.

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🖥️ MyUpskills Server (Backend)

The MyUpskills Server is a Node.js & Express.js-based backend designed for secure and scalable API management. It serves as the backend API for the MyUpskills Web (Frontend).

📌 Features of Server (Backend)

1️⃣ Authentication & Authorization

• JWT-based Authentication 🔐: Secure login/signup.
• Refresh Token Mechanism 🔄: For session persistence.
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) 👮‍♂️: Different permissions for Users & Admins.

2️⃣ User Management

• Create & Manage Users 👤: Register, update, and delete accounts.
• Admin User Management 👥: Admins can manage user roles and permissions.
• Profile Updates 📝: Users can edit their profile info.

3️⃣ RPL Application Processing

• Application Submission 📝: Users can submit RPL applications with documents.
• Application Tracking 📊: Users can track their RPL progress.
• Admin Review & Approval ✅: Admins can approve, reject, or request more info.

4️⃣ Security & Performance

• Zod Validation ✅: Request body validation.
• Rate Limiting 🚧: Prevent abuse.
• Helmet Security 🔒: Protect API from common threats.
• Compression 📦: Optimize API response size.

5️⃣ API Documentation & CLI Support

• Swagger API Docs 📜: /api-docs for API testing.
• Built-in CLI Tool 🖥️: tran for quick commands.

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🛠️ Tech Stack (Server)

• Backend Framework: Express.js 🚀
• Database: MongoDB (Mongoose) 🛢️
• Authentication: JWT (Access & Refresh Tokens) 🔐
• Validation: Zod ✅
• Logging: Winston 📜
• Security: Helmet, CORS, Rate Limiting 🔒
• Process Management: PM2 ⚙️

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🚀 Getting Started with Server

1️⃣ Clone the Repository

git clone [repository-url]
cd myupskills-server

2️⃣ Setup Environment Variables

cp .env.example .env
# Update .env with your configurations

3️⃣ Install Dependencies

npm install
# or
yarn install

4️⃣ Start Development Server

npm run dev

Server runs on http://localhost:3000.

5️⃣ Build & Run for Production

npm run build
npm start

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📁 Project Structure (Server)

src/
├── app/
│   ├── modules/
│   │   ├── auth/       # Authentication
│   │   ├── users/      # User Management
│   │   ├── applications/ # RPL Application Management
│   ├── middlewares/    # Middleware Functions
│   ├── utils/          # Utility Functions
├── config/             # Configuration Files
├── interfaces/         # TypeScript Interfaces
└── server.ts           # Main Server File

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🐳 Docker Support (Server)

Build Docker Image

docker build -t myupskills-server .

Run Docker Container

docker run -p 3000:3000 myupskills-server

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🖥️ MyUpskills Web (Frontend)

The MyUpskills Web is a React.js-based frontend that provides a user-friendly interface for interacting with the RPL platform. It is built for users, administrators, and training providers to access and manage RPL services.

📌 Features of Web (Frontend)

1️⃣ User Interface & RPL Application

• Homepage 🏠: Overview of MyUpskills services & RPL process.
• Browse RPL Qualifications 🎓: Explore qualification details, requirements & benefits.
• Apply for RPL 📝: Fill out the RPL application form with document uploads.
• User Dashboard 📊: Track application progress, uploaded documents & status updates.
• Mobile-Friendly Design 📱: Fully responsive for mobile & desktop users.

2️⃣ Authentication & User Management

• Secure Registration & Login 🔑: User authentication via email/password & OAuth.
• Profile Management 👤: Users can edit their information & view application history.
• Password Recovery 🔄: Reset forgotten passwords easily.

3️⃣ Admin Dashboard

• User Management 👥: Admins can add, update, and remove users.
• Application Management ✅: Admins can review, approve, or reject applications.
• Status Updates 📬: Notify users of their RPL application progress.
• Reports & Insights 📈: Export application data for tracking & analysis.

4️⃣ Communication & Notifications

• Email Notifications 📩: Automatic updates on application progress.
• User Messaging (Future) 💬: Direct communication between users & support staff.
• Support & FAQs 🆘: Help section for common queries.

5️⃣ Payment & Certification (Upcoming Features)

• Integrated Payment System 💳: Secure online payments for RPL applications.
• Digital Certificates 📜: Downloadable certificates after successful RPL approval.

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🛠️ Tech Stack (Web)

• Frontend Framework: React.js ⚛️
• Styling: Tailwind CSS, SASS 🎨
• State Management: Redux Toolkit 🔄
• API Communication: REST API (Axios) 📡
• Testing: Jest, React Testing Library 🧪
• Build Tool: Webpack 🛠️
• Package Manager: pnpm 📦

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🚀 Getting Started with Web

1️⃣ Clone the Repository

git clone [repository-url]
cd myupskills-web

2️⃣ Install Dependencies

pnpm install

3️⃣ Start Development Server

pnpm start

The app runs on http://localhost:3000.

4️⃣ Build for Production

pnpm run build

This creates an optimized build in /dist.

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📁 Project Structure (Web)

src/
├── components/        # Reusable UI Components
├── pages/            # Application Pages
├── redux/            # State Management (Redux Toolkit)
├── services/         # API Services (Axios)
├── styles/           # Global Styles (Tailwind, SASS)
├── utils/            # Utility Functions
├── hooks/            # Custom Hooks
└── App.tsx           # Main App Component

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🐳 Docker Support (Web)

Build Docker Image

docker build -t myupskills-web .

Run Docker Container

docker run -p 3000:3000 myupskills-web

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🌟 Future Enhancements

• WebSockets Integration 🔄: Real-time application updates.
• AI-based Application Review 🧠: Automated analysis of documents.
• Blockchain-based Certificate Verification 🔗: Immutable RPL validation.
• Multi-Tenant Support 🏢: Custom access for institutions.

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📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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📩 Contact & Support

📧 Email: support@myupskills.coma.au
🌐 Website: www.myupskills.com.au

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Made with ❤️ by the MyUpskills Team 🚀