Skillsy

A full-stack skill-exchange platform built on a credit-based barter model, where users can alternate between learner and mentor roles, each with dedicated user experiences.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: Next.js 14 (App Router) + React + TypeScript + Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Python FastAPI
• Database: Supabase (PostgreSQL)
• Auth: Supabase Google OAuth
• Real-time: Supabase Realtime

Features (MVP)

• Google Authentication
• User profiles (skills, certifications, achievements)
• Learner/Mentor mode toggle
• Light/Dark theme
• Search mentors by skills
• Connection requests
• Real-time chat
• Credits system (initial 10 credits, earning/spending, tips)

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js 18+
• Python 3.11+
• Supabase account

Installation

1. Clone the repository
2. Install frontend dependencies: cd frontend && npm install
3. Install backend dependencies: cd backend && pip install -r requirements.txt
4. Set up environment variables (see .env.example)
5. Run frontend: cd frontend && npm run dev
6. Run backend: cd backend && uvicorn main:app --reload

For Quick Startup in Windows:

1. Run .\start-frontend.ps1
2. Run .\start-backend.ps1 in two different terminals.