Gigify 🚀

Gigify is a freelance gig-selling platform that makes it easy for freelancers to showcase their skills and for clients to find the talent they need.

Project Overview 🌟

Gigify is a comprehensive platform designed to simplify the process of buying and selling freelance services. It offers a range of features for both freelancers and clients, including:

📋 Gig Listings: Freelancers can create gig listings, complete with descriptions and pricing.

🔍 Search and Filters: Clients can easily find the perfect gig using powerful search and filtering options.

💬 Messaging: Real-time messaging ensures seamless communication between clients and freelancers.

💳 Payments: Secure payment processing for hassle-free transactions.

⭐ Reviews and Ratings: Clients can leave feedback, and freelancers can build their reputations.

👤 User Profiles: Customizable user profiles for both freelancers and clients.

📨 Notifications: Stay informed with real-time updates on messages and orders.

🛡️ Admin Panel: An admin dashboard for managing users and content.

🔐 Security and Privacy: Stringent security measures to protect user data and privacy.

📝 Legal Considerations: Clearly defined terms of service and privacy policies.

Getting Started 🚀

To run Gigify on your local machine, follow these steps:

Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/exelentshakil/gigify.git
Install dependencies: npm install (for frontend) and composer install (for backend)
Set up your database and configure your .env file with database credentials.
Migrate and seed the database: php artisan migrate --seed
Generate application key: php artisan key:generate
Run the development server: php artisan serve (backend) and npm run dev (frontend)
Access Gigify in your browser: http://localhost:8000

Contributing 🤝

We welcome contributions from the open-source community! Feel free to submit bug reports, feature requests, or pull requests.

License 📄

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

TODO 📌

Add user authentication functionality.
Gig Listings.
Search and Filters.
Implement real-time messaging with WebSockets.
Integrate a payment gateway for secure transactions.
Develop user profile customization options.
Create an admin dashboard for content management.
Enhance security measures to protect user data.
Define clear terms of service and privacy policies.

Enjoy using Gigify! If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.

exelentshakil / gigify