Front
mirror of https://gitlab.com/minds/front
Overview
Minds is an innovative platform that focuses on empowering users through a decentralized social media experience. The Front-end web application for Minds is a robust tool designed to offer seamless interaction and functionality for developers. Building and maintaining the application is straightforward, with comprehensive documentation available for users looking to dive deeper into integrating or contributing to the project.
The application leverages modern technologies and frameworks, making it a suitable choice for developers interested in contributing to an open-source community. With a strong emphasis on security and rigorous testing protocols, Minds stands out as a viable option for those who value privacy and freedom online.
Features
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Easy Build Instructions: Comprehensive documentation on developers.minds.com provides detailed steps for building the Minds front-end, ensuring a smooth setup process.
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Unit and Integration Testing: The project is equipped with npm commands to run unit tests and integration tests easily, allowing for robust validation of functionalities.
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Multi-Environment Support: Integration tests can be run with custom environment parameters, enhancing flexibility for different testing scenarios.
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Contribution Friendly: A dedicated section for contributions encourages developers to engage with the project, share enhancements, and report bugs through the Help Desk.
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Security Focused: Minds prioritizes user security by urging the reporting of security issues directly to a dedicated security contact, ensuring a proactive approach to potential vulnerabilities.
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Node Version Management: The use of NVM (Node Version Manager) allows developers to manage their Node.js versions efficiently, providing a smooth development experience.
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Extensive Technology Stack: Built on a robust array of frameworks and technologies like PHP, Angular, and Node.js, the platform is engineered for scalability and performance.
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Open Source Community: Being part of the Minds Open Source Community facilitates collaboration and sharing, fostering a collective effort for continuous improvement and innovation.
- Angular
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- Bootstrap
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- Apollo
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- Graphql
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- Gulp
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- Pwa
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- Typescript
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