theaiverse – The Next-Gen Social Hub for AI Tool Discovery
Sagar Gohil
TheAiVerse: AI Tool Discovery & Social Hub
Building a next‑generation platform for discovering, discussing and collaborating on AI tools
Technology : Next.js • Node.js • MongoDB • Socket.io • TailwindCSS • Frmer-motion
🚀 Overview / problem–solution statement
AiVerse combines the discovery experience of Product Hunt with the professional networking of LinkedIn to help AI enthusiasts, developers, and companies find tools an/d connect
With thousands of new AI tools launching each month, professionals struggle to keep track, compare, and collaborate. Existing directories only list products and don’t build community.
AiVerse solves this by providing a single social platform where discovery, discussion, and professional growth happen together in a beautifully designed SaaS ecosystem.
💡Key features & innovations
Discovery & Community: dynamic AI tool directory with filters and categories; upvotes, comments, and follows; personalized feeds and recommendations.
Collaboration & Engagement: real‑time chat and notifications powered by Socket.io; community newsfeed; creator dashboards.
Management & Security: admin dashboard with moderation and analytics; JWT and Google OAuth authentication; role‑based access.
Performance & Deployment: monorepo with TypeScript; optimized MongoDB schema and indexing; server‑side rendering (SSR) for SEO; CI/CD pipeline with Docker, Nginx reverse proxy, and Vercel
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🎨 Design & user experience
Modern, accessible design: I created a minimal dark user interface with subtle glassmorphism accents and a consistent 8‑pixel grid. This design delivers a futuristic look while remaining easy to navigate.
Built for all devices: Responsive layouts ensure the platform feels intuitive on mobile, tablet, and desktop, which is crucial for today’s users.
Inclusive and dynamic: The colour palette meets WCAG contrast standards for accessibility. I also used Framer Motion to add micro‑interactions that guide users and make the experience feel polished.
⚙️ Tech Stack
Frontend: Next.js 14, React, TailwindCSS, shadcn/ui, Zustand
Backend: Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, JWT, Socket.io
Infra: Docker, Nginx reverse proxy, Vercel + AWS S3
Tools: GitHub Actions, Postman, Figma, Notion
Integrations: OpenAI API (Smart Search), Google Auth, EmailJS
👤 Role & Responsibilities
Full‑stack engineering: As the lead developer, I built both the Next.js frontend and the Node.js/Express backend, defined the MongoDB schema, and implemented secure authentication.
Product design: I designed the entire user experience in Figma, establishing a cohesive design system and mapping user journeys that translate into intuitive interfaces.
DevOps and deployment: I automated CI/CD pipelines using Docker and Nginx, deployed to Vercel and AWS S3, and set up monitoring to ensure reliability.
Feature development: I developed core modules for AI tool submission, personalised feeds, real‑time chat, notifications, moderation, and analytics.
📸 Visual Showcase
Responsive in all the different resolutions
Landing Page
The AiVerse home feed where AI professionals discover trending tools, connect with creators, and engage through a real-time community interface.
Tool Detail Page
Interactive AI Tool Detail Page featuring upvotes, comments, tags, and creator insights — designed for smooth engagement and instant feedback.
Ai NEWS
The AI News feed delivers real-time updates, community highlights, and trending launches, keeping users informed about the latest in artificial intelligence innovation.
Ai Vault
The AI Vault > a curated library where professionals can explore, filter, and save their favorite AI tools by category, pricing, and popularity, designed for effortless discovery.
Personal dashboard for creators and AI startups — showcasing published tools, followers, and engagement analytics in a clean, modern UI.
📖Lessons learned & next steps
Balancing features and performance: Early iterations taught me that users value speed and clarity more than a crowded feature set. I focused on optimising load times and navigation.
SEO and discoverability: Implementing server‑side rendering and proper indexing improved search visibility, confirming the value of SEO‑conscious development.
Future enhancements: Next steps include adding creator analytics dashboards, improving personalised recommendations, and building a native mobile app to expand reach.
🎬Call to action
If you’re exploring AI solutions or need a full‑stack developer to build your next SaaS platform, visit theaiverse.app to see the live product in action. Feel free to reach out through my Contra profile or send a message to discuss how we can work together on innovative projects.
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Posted Sep 8, 2025
Full-stack Next.js + Node.js SaaS connecting AI creators and startups to discover, discuss & promote tools built for real-time, scalable collaboration
