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+# AI-Powered Recruiting Platform
+
+Welcome to the AI-Powered Recruiting Platform! This platform is designed to revolutionize the recruitment process by integrating AI-driven features, seamless interview management, and social networking capabilities.
+
+## Table of Contents
+- [Features](#features)
+- [Technology Stack](#technology-stack)
+- [Installation](#installation)
+- [Usage](#usage)
+- [Contributing](#contributing)
+- [License](#license)
+
+## Features
+
+- **AI-Powered Automated Shortlisting**: Automatically shortlist candidates based on profile matching and job requirements.
+- **Integrated Interview System**: Conduct virtual interviews similar to Google Meet directly within the platform.
+- **Networking and Messaging**: Connect with professionals, send messages, and build your network.
+- **Content Creation and Sharing**: Post updates, share professional content, and engage with the community.
+
+## Technology Stack
+
+- **Frontend**: React.js
+- **Backend**: Express.js
+- **Database**: MongoDB
+
+## Installation
+
+To set up the project locally, follow these steps:
+
+1. **Clone the repository**:
+    ```bash
+    git clone https://github.com/yourusername/recruiting-platform.git
+    cd recruiting-platform
+    ```
+
+2. **Install dependencies**:
+    ```bash
+    # Install backend dependencies
+    cd backend
+    npm install
+
+    # Install frontend dependencies
+    cd ../frontend
+    npm install
+    ```
+
+3. **Set up environment variables**:
+
+   Create a `.env` file in both the `backend` and `frontend` directories and add the necessary environment variables as outlined in the `.env.example` files.
+
+4. **Start the development servers**:
+    ```bash
+    # Start backend server
+    cd backend
+    npm run dev
+
+    # Start frontend server
+    cd ../frontend
+    npm start
+    ```
+
+5. **Access the platform**:
+   Open your browser and navigate to `http://localhost:3000` to start using the platform.
+
+## Usage
+
+- **User Authentication**: Sign up or log in to start using the platform.
+- **Profile Management**: Create and manage your professional profile.
+- **Job Searching**: Browse job listings and apply directly through the platform.
+- **AI Shortlisting**: Let the AI help you find the best candidates or jobs.
+- **Virtual Interviews**: Schedule and conduct interviews with just a few clicks.
+- **Networking**: Connect with other professionals and expand your network.
+- **Messaging**: Communicate with connections directly through the platform.
+- **Content Creation**: Share posts and updates with your network.
+
+## Contributing
+
+We welcome contributions! To contribute:
+
+1. **Fork the repository**.
+2. **Create a new branch** for your feature or bug fix.
+3. **Commit your changes** and push to your branch.
+4. **Submit a pull request** to the `main` branch.
+
+Please refer to the `CONTRIBUTING.md` file for more details.
+
+## License
+
+This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the `LICENSE` file for more information.
+
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