README.md

GenCv - CV Builder

GenCv is a web application built mainly to easily create and update a Curriculum Vitae (CV) directly in the browser.

Features

• AI Chat Assistant: Interactive chat interface for content editing and suggestions.
• AI-Powered Data Import: Intelligent extraction and unification from PDFs or raw text.
• ATS Compatibility Checker: Real-time scoring system with detailed analysis and one-click AI optimization.
• Multiple Templates: Professionally designed layouts with real-time browser preview.
• PDF Export: High-fidelity client-side PDF generation via jsPDF.

Local Development

To use AI components locally, the Netlify CLI is required:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/byseif21/GenCV.git

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install -g netlify-cli

3. Start the server:

   netlify dev

4. Configuration: Copy .env.example to .env and add your API key.

Development

Adding Templates

1. Create a new JavaScript file in the templates/ directory (e.g., templates/style-name.js).
2. Define the template object with id, name, and a render(doc, data) function.
3. Import the template in js/templates/index.js and add it to the cvTemplates object.
4. Use the helper functions in js/templates/utils.js for layout and text wrapping.
5. Refer to the templates/README.md for detailed technical instructions and AI-assisted rendering tips.

Project Structure

• js/script.js: Main application logic, including data management, UI rendering, and AI integration.
• css/style.css: Project styling, organized by layout, components, and animations.
• templates/: CV template definitions and the template README.
• netlify/functions/: Serverless functions, including the AI proxy for secure API communication.

Technologies

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ES6 Modules)
• Backend: Netlify Functions (Node.js)
• PDF: jsPDF, pdf.js

License

MIT License. See LICENSE for details.