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Built 40+ Free LinkedIn Tools as a Side Project (React + Vercel)

Hey dev community! 👋

I built LinkedForge — a collection of 40+ free tools for LinkedIn. No signup, no paywall, no data collection.

What It Does

  • CV Generator (10+ templates, PDF export)
  • Post Builder (engagement hooks, timing suggestions)
  • Headline, Banner, Cover Letter makers
  • Job Application Tracker
  • Profile Analyzer, Skills Optimizer
  • Content Calendar, Hashtag Generator
  • Salary Research, Interview Prep
  • Connection Request Templates
  • 25+ more focused tools

The Stack

  • Frontend: React + TypeScript, Vite, Tailwind CSS
  • Backend: None. Everything runs client-side.
  • Hosting: Vercel (free tier → pro when needed)

Why Client-Side Only?

  • Faster (no API roundtrips)
  • Cheaper (zero backend costs)
  • Privacy-first (data never leaves browser)
  • Easier to deploy

Quick Stats

  • Time to build: ~2 weeks
  • Users: Thousands monthly (all organic)
  • Cost: Free tier until traffic justified Vercel Pro
  • Monetization: None planned

LinkedinForge

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