How to Use BuildrX

Introduction

BuildrX is a platform where innovators showcase their projects, whether it's a side-hustle app, a startup idea, a portfolio project, or something totally wild. You'll get feedback, visibility, and a chance to connect with people who actually care about what you're building.

BuildrX connects you with recruiters, founders, collaborators, and investors who are looking for talented builders like you. This platform is designed to help you:

• Get recognized with real skills (not just GPT-generated content)
• Sell your solutions to corporates
• Get hired by companies looking for talented developers
• Build a portfolio that stands out
• Connect with a global community of builders

Getting Started

Creating Your Account

To get started on BuildrX, you need to create an account:

1. Click "Sign up" on the navigation bar at the top of the page
2. Enter your details: Provide your email address or mobile number, create a strong password, and fill in your basic information
3. Verify your account: Check your email or SMS for a verification link/code
4. Complete your profile: Add your profile picture, bio, skills, and other professional details to make your profile stand out

Navigating the Platform

BuildrX has several key sections accessible from the navigation bar:

• Home: Discover featured projects and top builders
• Projects: Browse all public projects with advanced filtering
• Leaderboard: See top-ranked users and projects based on engagement scores
• Dashboard: Your personal workspace (when logged in)
• Profile: Manage your account and view your projects

Creating Projects

Projects are the heart of BuildrX. Here's how to create and showcase your work:

Step-by-Step Project Creation

1. Navigate to Dashboard: Click on your profile menu and select "Profile" or go directly to your dashboard
2. Click "New Project": Find the create project button in your dashboard
3. Fill in Project Details:
   • Title: Give your project a clear, descriptive name
   • Description: Explain what your project does, the problem it solves, and what makes it unique
   • Skills/Technologies: Tag the technologies and skills used (e.g., React, Node.js, Python, AI/ML)
   • Media: Upload images, videos, or demos of your project
   • Links: Add GitHub repository, live demo, or documentation links
4. Set Visibility: Choose whether your project is:
   • Public: Visible to everyone and appears in search results
   • Private: Only visible to you
5. Publish: Review your project and click "Publish" to make it live

Editing Your Projects

You can edit your projects anytime:

• Go to your profile and find the project you want to edit
• Hover over the project card to reveal the "Edit" button
• Make your changes and save

Exploring Projects

Browsing the Wall of Products

The "Wall of Products" on the homepage showcases the latest and most popular projects:

• Scroll through featured projects on the homepage
• Use the search bar to find projects by keywords, technologies, or topics
• Click on any project card to view full details

Advanced Search & Filtering

Navigate to the Projects page for advanced filtering options:

• Search by keyword: Find projects matching specific terms
• Filter by technology: Discover projects built with specific tech stacks
• Sort by score: See the most popular projects first
• Sort by date: Find the newest projects

Viewing Project Details

When you click on a project, you'll see:

• Full project description and media gallery
• Technologies and skills used
• Creator's profile information
• Project links (GitHub, live demo, etc.)
• Comments and discussions
• Like and favorite counts

Engagement & Interaction

BuildrX encourages community interaction through various engagement features:

Liking Projects

Show appreciation for projects you find interesting:

• Click the heart icon on any project card or detail page
• Likes contribute to the project's overall score
• You must be logged in to like projects

Commenting

Provide feedback, ask questions, or start discussions:

• Navigate to the project detail page
• Scroll to the comments section
• Write your comment and submit
• Comments also contribute to the project's engagement score

Favoriting Projects

Save projects for later reference:

• Click the bookmark/favorite icon on any project
• Access your favorited projects from your dashboard under "Favorites"
• Easily revisit projects you want to learn from or collaborate on

Leaderboard & Scoring

BuildrX features a competitive leaderboard system that recognizes top builders and projects:

How Scoring Works

Your score is calculated based on engagement with your projects:

• Likes: Each like on your project contributes to your score
• Comments: Comments and discussions boost your engagement score
• Shares: When people share your projects, you earn additional points
• Project Quality: Well-documented projects with media tend to perform better

User Leaderboard

The user leaderboard ranks builders based on their total score across all projects:

• Top 3 users are featured in a special podium display
• Rankings update in real-time based on engagement
• Climb the ranks by creating quality projects and engaging with the community

Project Leaderboard

Individual projects are also ranked based on their engagement:

• Top projects appear on the homepage and leaderboard page
• High-scoring projects get more visibility
• Featured projects attract recruiters and potential collaborators

Profile Management

Completing Your Profile

A complete profile helps you stand out and increases your chances of getting noticed:

• Profile Picture: Upload a professional photo
• Bio: Write a compelling description of who you are and what you do
• Skills: List your technical skills and expertise
• Social Links: Add links to your GitHub, LinkedIn, portfolio, etc.
• Professional Details: Include your education, experience, and achievements

Dashboard Overview

Your dashboard provides a centralized view of your BuildrX activity:

• Profile Completion: See your profile completion status and prompts to add missing information
• Your Projects: View, edit, and manage all your projects
• Statistics: Track your total score, project views, and engagement metrics
• Recent Activity: See recent likes, comments, and interactions on your projects

Settings

Customize your account preferences:

• Update your email and contact information
• Change your password
• Manage notification preferences
• Privacy settings for your profile and projects

Notifications

Stay updated with what's happening on BuildrX through the notification system:

Types of Notifications

• Likes: When someone likes your project
• Comments: When someone comments on your project
• Follows: When someone follows you (if following feature is enabled)
• Milestones: When you reach score milestones or ranking achievements

Managing Notifications

Access your notifications from the bell icon in the navigation bar:

• Click the bell icon to view recent notifications
• Mark notifications as read
• Configure notification preferences in Settings