# Technology Stack

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FreelanceHub is built using cutting-edge technologies to ensure performance, scalability, and maintainability:

- **Frontend**: Next.js with React for server-side rendering and optimal performance
- **Styling**: Tailwind CSS for a responsive and customizable design
- **Animations**: Framer Motion for smooth, engaging user interactions
- **Authentication**: Clerk for secure and customizable user authentication
- **Database**: PostgreSQL for robust data management
- **ORM**: Prisma for type-safe database access and management
- **API**: RESTful API built with Express.js for seamless data exchange
- **Real-time Features**: Socket.io for instant messaging and notifications
- **Payment Processing**: Integration with Stripe and PayPal for secure transactions