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Rifolio is a full-stack SaaS portfolio platform I designed and built from scratch for creative professionals. The platform enables designers, photographers, and video editors to create stunning, professional portfolios in minutes.
🔗 Live Site: https://rifolio.com
Backend:
Complete authentication system (Email/Password + Google OAuth)
RESTful API architecture
Database design and optimization
Email transactional system (verification, welcome, notifications)
Subscription & billing system with Paystack integration
Frontend
Responsive, mobile-first design
Smooth animations with Framer Motion
Dark mode optimized UI
Multiple profession-specific templates
Real-time preview system
Tech Stack:
Next.js 16 (App Router)
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Prisma ORM
PostgreSQL (Neon)
NextAuth.js v5
Framer Motion
Resend (Email)
Vercel (Hosting)
The network for creativity
Join 1.25M professional creatives like you
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