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+# JobSeeker
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+JobSeeker is a web application developed as a university assignment. It is designed to facilitate the interaction between job seekers and consultants. The project uses Angular 15 for the frontend and Spring Boot 3 for the backend.
+
+# [Demo](https://seeker-by-kavi.netlify.app/)
+
+## Table of Contents
+- [Technologies](#technologies)
+- [Getting Started](#getting-started)
+- [Usage](#usage)
+- [Login Credentials](#login-credentials)
+- [Functionality](#functionality)
+- [Deployment](#deployment)
+- [Security](#security)
+- [Local Setup](#local-setup)
+
+## Technologies
+
+- Frontend: Angular 15
+- Backend: Spring Boot 3
+- Database: MongoDB
+
+## Getting Started
+
+To get started, follow the steps below:
+
+1. Clone this repository.
+2. Configure environment files in both the frontend and backend.
+3. Install required dependencies.
+4. Run the frontend and backend applications.
+
+## Usage
+
+The application serves as a platform for job seekers to connect with consultants. Users can filter job listings based on country, job category, consultant name, and job role. Follow these steps to make an appointment:
+
+1. Choose a country (e.g., American Samoa).
+2. Select a job category (e.g., Art & Design Related).
+3. Choose a consultant (e.g., Kavi Castelo).
+4. Select a job role under the chosen category.
+
+## Login Credentials
+
+### Reception Panel:
+- Username: [email protected]
+- Password: Admin@12345
+
+You can use consultants credentials too
+
+### Consultant Login (Sign In):
+- Username: [email protected]
+- Password: 123456
+
+
+- Username: [email protected]
+- Password: 123456
+
+### Consultant Apply:
+`nav bar > become a consultant` or `top bar > become a consultant > apply now`
+
+## Functionality
+
+- CRUD operations for job listings.
+- Reception and consultant login with shared credentials.
+- Filter function on the homepage for searching job listings.
+- Authenticated access for secure operations.
+
+Described only main function. Many more functions to have consultant and reception panels.
+
+## Deployment
+
+- Frontend: Hosted on Netlify (https://seeker-by-kavi.netlify.app/)
+- Backend: Hosted on Render (https://jobseeker-ftq4.onrender.com/)
+
+Note: Backend loading time might be up to 30 seconds due to the free hosting plan.
+
+## Security
+
+- Authentication and authorization mechanisms are integrated.
+- CORS is configured to allow frontend access to backend APIs.
+- Reception and consultant login credentials are shared for educational purposes.
+- Passwords are not encrypted for simplicity and educational purposes.
+
+## Local Setup
+
+To run the project locally:
+
+1. Clone the repository.
+2. Checkout the `frontend` branch and configure the environment files as instructed.
+3. Checkout the `backend` branch and configure the CORS settings and application.properties.
+4. Run the frontend and backend applications.
+
+Remember to wait for a minute after loading the website for optimal data transfer.
+
+---
+
+Feel free to explore and contribute to this educational project! For any questions or issues, contact [Kavindu Kokila](mailto:[email protected]?subject=[GitHub]%20JobSeeker%20Project%20Problems).