Marketplace MVP Development

Next.js + Node.js Developer for Trades Marketplace MVP (Budget: $400)

**Project Description:**
We're building a local painters marketplace connecting homeowners with skilled painters. Need a full-stack developer to implement our cleaned-up MVP code with:
- User auth (customer/tradesperson roles)
- Job posting + bidding system
- In-app messaging
- Profile management

**Tech Stack:**
- Frontend: Next.js (React) + Tailwind CSS
- Backend: Node.js (Express/NestJS)
- Database: MongoDB (preferred) or Firebase
- State Management: Context API

**What's Ready:**
Complete frontend prototype with bug fixes
Detailed feature specifications
UI/UX designs

**Your Tasks:**
1. Implement backend API for existing frontend
2. Connect database (MongoDB Atlas preferred)
3. Deploy to Vercel + free MongoDB tier
4. Ensure all core flows work:
- User registration/login
- Job creation/bidding
- Real-time messaging

**Budget:** $400 (fixed price)
**Timeline:** 4 weeks
**Milestone Payments:**
- 30% on auth system completion
- 40% on job/bidding implementation
- 30% on final delivery

**Requirements:**
- 3+ years Next.js + Node.js experience
- Portfolio showing marketplace/web apps
- Available for weekly Zoom check-ins
- English communication (intermediate+)

**Nice-to-Have:**
- Experience with marketplace platforms
- Familiarity with Firebase Auth
- Geolocation implementation skills

**How to Apply:**
Reply with:
1. Examples of 2 similar projects
2. Your approach to this MVP
3. Estimated timeline breakdown
4. Any questions about the project