Comprehensive Plan for Job Matching App

Here’s a complete overview of job-matching app, covering the ideation, technologies, features,
database design, backend implementation, and frontend flow.

1. Ideation

Concept

The app is a Tinder-like platform where job seekers and recruiters can match based on profiles,
preferences, and skill sets.

• Job Seekers: Swipe through job postings, apply for jobs, or save them for later.

• Recruiters: Swipe through candidates, shortlist them, and initiate conversations.

• Matchmaking: Matches are created when both parties express interest.

Core Features

• For Job Seekers: Profile creation, job discovery, swipe-to-apply, resume upload,
notifications, and chat with recruiters.

• For Recruiters: Post jobs, browse applicants, swipe-to-shortlist, notifications, and chat.

• Admin Dashboard: Manage users, monitor flagged content, and analyze platform
activity.

2. Technologies

Frontend

• Framework: Ionic Framework (for cross-platform mobile app development).

• Language: TypeScript.

• UI: Capacitor plugins, Angular for logic, and TailwindCSS for styling.

Backend

• Primary Language: Java (Spring Boot).

• Framework: Spring Boot REST API with Spring Security.

• Database: MySQL for relational data and Redis for caching.

• Storage: Amazon S3 for resume and image uploads.

• Authentication: JSON Web Tokens (JWT) with OAuth2 for third-party login options.

• Hosting: AWS EC2 for servers, RDS for MySQL.

Other Tools

• Real-Time Chat: Socket.IO or WebSockets.

• Push Notifications: Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM).

• Analytics: Google Analytics or custom logging with ELK stack.

• Version Control: GitHub.

3. How the App Works

User Flow

1. Signup and Login

o Job Seekers and Recruiters register via email, social login, or phone.

o Profile setup involves entering details like location, skills, preferences (seekers) or
job requirements (recruiters).

2. Job Discovery (Job Seekers)

o Swipe through job cards with details like job title, company, location, and salary.

o "Apply" or "Save for Later" for interested jobs.

3. Candidate Discovery (Recruiters)

o Swipe through candidate profiles filtered by job post criteria.

o Shortlist or dismiss candidates.

4. Matching

o When both parties express interest, a "match" is created.

o Matches appear in a dedicated section where users can start chatting.

5. Notifications
 o Users receive notifications for new matches, messages, or job updates.

6. Payments and Premium Features

o Recruiters can subscribe to premium plans for boosted job visibility or advanced
filters.

o Job seekers can subscribe for priority applications or detailed job insights.

7. Admin Monitoring

o Admins monitor flagged content, analyze user activity, and manage disputes.

4. Database Design

Key Tables

Users

Column Type Description

user_id INT Primary Key.

name VARCHAR Full name.

email VARCHAR Unique email address.

password VARCHAR Hashed password.

role ENUM job_seeker or recruiter.

avatar_url VARCHAR Profile picture URL.

location VARCHAR User's city or region.

Jobs

Column Type Description

job_id INT Primary Key.

recruiter_id INT Foreign key (Users table).

title VARCHAR Job title.

description TEXT Job description.

location VARCHAR Job location.

salary DECIMAL Salary range.

created_at TIMESTAMP Job post creation date.

Matches

Column Type Description

match_id INT Primary Key.

seeker_id INT Foreign key (Users table).

job_id INT Foreign key (Jobs table).

status ENUM pending, accepted, rejected.

Messages

Column Type Description

message_id INT Primary Key.

match_id INT Foreign key (Matches table).

sender_id INT Foreign key (Users table).

content TEXT Message content.

timestamp TIMESTAMP Message sent date/time.

5. API Endpoints

Authentication

• /api/auth/signup: Register a new user.

• /api/auth/login: Login and get a JWT.

• /api/auth/logout: Logout and invalidate the token.

• /api/jobs: Fetch jobs or post a new job.

• /api/jobs/{id}: Get, update, or delete a job.

Matching

• /api/matches: Fetch matches for the user.

• /api/matches/{id}/status: Update match status.

Messaging

• /api/messages/{matchId}: Get message history.

• /api/messages: Send a new message.

6. Development Plan

Phase 1: Planning and Design

• Finalize requirements and architecture.

• Design mockups and wireframes.

Phase 2: Backend Development

• Set up Spring Boot project.

• Build authentication, job management, and matching services.

• Integrate database and storage solutions.

Phase 3: Frontend Development

• Create Ionic app with reusable components.

• Implement swipe functionality for job/candidate discovery.

• Integrate APIs.

Phase 4: Real-Time Features

• Add WebSockets for chat and notifications.

• Test real-time updates.

Phase 5: Deployment
 • Deploy backend on AWS EC2.

• Deploy frontend to App Store/Google Play.

7. Future Enhancements

• AI-based job recommendations.

• Video resumes and interviews.

• Multi-language support.

Here’s a comprehensive list of endpoints for your job application app, designed to be flexible
and scalable. The endpoints are grouped by functionality and include detailed explanations of
their roles in the application.

Authentication and User Management

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/auth/signup POST Register a new user (job seeker or recruiter).

/api/auth/login POST Authenticate user and issue JWT token.

/api/auth/logout POST Invalidate the user's JWT token.

/api/auth/forgot-password POST Initiate password reset (send reset link/email).

/api/auth/reset-password POST Reset the user's password using a token.

/api/auth/refresh-token POST Refresh JWT token to extend session duration.

User Profile Management

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/users/{id} GET Get user details by ID.

/api/users/{id} PUT Update user profile information.

/api/users/{id}/avatar POST Upload or update profile picture.

/api/users/{id}/preferences PUT Update user preferences for job matching.

Jobs Management

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/jobs GET Get a list of jobs (with optional filters).

/api/jobs/{id} GET Get details of a specific job.

/api/jobs POST Post a new job (Recruiter only).

/api/jobs/{id} PUT Update job details (Recruiter only).

/api/jobs/{id} DELETE Delete a job posting (Recruiter only).

/api/jobs/search GET Search for jobs with specific criteria (keywords, location, etc.).

Filters for /api/jobs and /api/jobs/search

• Location (city, state, proximity).

• Job type (full-time, part-time, remote, etc.).

• Salary range.

• Skills required.

• Industry or category.

Job Matching

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/matches GET Get all matches for the logged-in user.

/api/matches/{id} GET Get details of a specific match.

/api/matches/{id}/status PUT Update match status (accept, reject, or bookmark).

Messaging (Real-Time and History)

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/messages/{matchId} GET Get message history for a match.

/api/messages POST Send a new message.

Notifications

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/notifications GET Fetch all notifications for the user.

/api/notifications/{id} PUT Mark a notification as read.

/api/notifications/settings PUT Update notification preferences.

Reviews and Feedback

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/reviews POST Post a review for a recruiter or job.

/api/reviews/{id} GET Fetch reviews for a recruiter or job.

/api/reviews/{id} DELETE Delete a review (Admin or owner only).

Admin Management

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/admin/users GET Fetch all users (pagination support).

/api/admin/users/{id} DELETE Delete a user account.

/api/admin/jobs GET Fetch all jobs (pagination support).

/api/admin/jobs/{id} DELETE Delete a job posting.

/api/admin/reports GET View reports or flagged content for review.

Analytics and Reporting

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/analytics/jobs GET Get analytics on jobs (popular roles, locations, etc.).

/api/analytics/users GET User-related analytics (active users, matches, etc.).

Geolocation and Proximity

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/location/proximity POST Get jobs or users near a specific location.

/api/location/{id} PUT Update user location (job seeker or recruiter).

Payment and Premium Features

Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/payments POST Process a payment for premium services.

/api/payments/history GET View payment history for a user.

/api/premium/subscribe POST Subscribe to premium membership.

Miscellaneous
Endpoint HTTP Method Description

/api/support/contact POST Submit a support ticket or query.

/api/settings GET Fetch user-specific settings.

/api/settings PUT Update user-specific settings.

Additional Features

• Pagination and Sorting: Apply pagination (page, size) and sorting (sort_by, order) for
endpoints fetching lists.

• Query Parameters: Add optional filters to endpoints for maximum flexibility.