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Building a Job Board with Next.js and Supabase: The Backbone of PMHNP Hiring

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Introduction

In the digital age, job boards are vital platforms that bridge the gap between employers and job seekers. As the creator of PMHNP Hiring, a niche job board dedicated to psychiatric nurse practitioners, I've embarked on an exciting journey to solve a specific problem in the healthcare sector. With over 8,295 jobs listed, this project has taught me invaluable lessons in web development, architecture, and user experience. In this article, I'll take you through the technologies and strategies I used to build PMHNP Hiring, from using Next.js and Supabase for the core infrastructure to optimizing for SEO and integrating payments with Stripe.

Architecture and Tech Stack

When I set out to build PMHNP Hiring, I knew I needed a robust and scalable architecture. Next.js 14 was my framework of choice due to its server-side rendering capabilities, which are crucial for SEO and performance. Coupled with TypeScript, it provided a type-safe environment conducive to maintaining a large codebase.

The backend is powered by Supabase, an open-source Firebase alternative that offers a seamless integration with Postgres. Here's a glimpse of a query we use to fetch job listings efficiently:

const fetchJobs = async () => {
  const { data, error } = await supabase.from('jobs').select('*');
  if (error) console.error('Error fetching jobs:', error);
  return data;
};
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Building the User Interface with Tailwind CSS

For styling, Tailwind CSS is my go-to choice. Its utility-first approach allows for rapid prototyping while maintaining a clean and responsive design. Here's a snippet on how I styled the job listing component:


  {job.title}
  {job.description}
  {job.location}
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Ensuring Scalability with Vercel and Prisma

Deploying on Vercel has been a dream, especially with its seamless integration with Next.js. It allows for continuous deployment, which means every push updates the live site quickly. Prisma is used for database management, providing a type-safe ORM that simplifies database operations.

SEO Optimization

For a job board, visibility on search engines is crucial. Server-side rendering with Next.js naturally aids in SEO, but I've taken additional steps to ensure optimal performance, such as adding structured data and optimizing loading times.


  PMHNP Hiring - Find Your Next Job
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Integrating Payments with Stripe

Stripe is used for processing payments from employers who wish to feature their job listings. The integration was straightforward thanks to Stripe's excellent documentation and API.

const handlePayment = async (amount: number) => {
  const response = await fetch('/create-checkout-session', {
    method: 'POST',
    headers: {
      'Content-Type': 'application/json'
    },
    body: JSON.stringify({ amount })
  });
  const session = await response.json();
  window.location.href = session.url;
};
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Key Takeaways

  • Using Next.js and Supabase provides a powerful combination for building scalable web applications.
  • Tailwind CSS helps in creating a responsive and visually appealing UI quickly.
  • Vercel and Prisma ensure seamless deployment and database management.
  • SEO is critical for the success of any job board, and Next.js facilitates this with server-side rendering.
  • Stripe integration is essential for monetizing the platform through featured job listings.

CTA

If you're interested in building similar platforms, start experimenting with these technologies. Have questions or want to share your thoughts? Let me know in the comments! Follow my journey: @sathish_daggula on X.

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