NodeJS PDF CV Resume Maker | 2: Creating Project HTML Resume Template Using Bootstrap

Web Dev Lab
13 Nov 202007:42

TLDRThis tutorial guides users through creating a Node.js PDF CV resume maker. It begins by setting up a project folder and initializing it with npm. The focus then shifts to designing a resume using HTML and Bootstrap, starting from a basic template. The instructor suggests customizing the template or using provided source code for convenience. The video also covers adding a profile image and contact information using Bootstrap classes, offering a streamlined approach to building a professional resume.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Start by creating a new folder for your Node.js project, named 'node.js resume pdf'.
  • 💻 Open Visual Studio Code on any operating system, navigate to the project folder, and open a terminal.
  • 📝 Initialize the project with `npm init` and set the package name to 'resume'.
  • 📁 Create a 'docs' folder where all HTML and PDF files will be stored.
  • 🌐 Use the Bootstrap framework to design the resume template by copying the starter template from getbootstrap.com.
  • 📝 Replace 'hello world' in the template with 'resume resume resume maker'.
  • 🖼️ Include a profile image using an image link, avoiding the need to manually upload images.
  • 📑 Add a 'contact' section with a class 'ml2' (margin left 2) from Bootstrap.
  • 🔠 Use Bootstrap classes like 'text-uppercase' to format text in uppercase.
  • 📝 Include a 'heading' and 'para' class for the resume's headings and paragraphs.
  • 🔗 Provide a link in the description for those who prefer to copy the source code directly.

Q & A

  • What is the purpose of the 'NodeJS PDF CV Resume Maker' project?

    -The purpose of the 'NodeJS PDF CV Resume Maker' project is to create a resume in PDF format using Node.js, HTML, and Bootstrap, which can be easily customized and converted into a downloadable PDF file.

  • How do you start a new project for the NodeJS PDF CV Resume Maker?

    -To start a new project, create a new folder named 'node.js resume pdf', open it in Visual Studio Code, and then open the terminal or PowerShell to initialize the project with 'npm init'.

  • What is the entry point for the project?

    -The entry point for the project is set as 'index.js' during the 'npm init' process.

  • Where should the HTML and PDF files be located in the project directory?

    -The HTML and PDF files should be located in a folder named 'docs' within the project directory.

  • How can you obtain a starter template for the resume using Bootstrap?

    -You can obtain a starter template by visiting getbootstrap.com, clicking on documentation, and copying the provided starter template.

  • What should be written in place of 'hello world' in the starter template?

    -In place of 'hello world', you should write 'Resume Maker' to customize the template for the resume.

  • How can you avoid writing HTML and CSS manually for the resume?

    -You can avoid writing HTML and CSS manually by using the source code provided in the link in the description of the video, copying it, and pasting it into your project.

  • What does the class 'resume border shadow display flex align-items-center justify-content-center' represent in the HTML structure?

    -This class represents a styled div element with a border, shadow, and flexbox properties to center its content both horizontally and vertically.

  • How can you include a profile image in the resume without uploading it manually?

    -You can include a profile image by using an image link, such as one from Twitter, which makes it easier to integrate without the need for manual upload.

  • What is the purpose of the 'contact ml2' class in the HTML structure?

    -The 'contact ml2' class is used to create a div element for contact information with a left margin, as per Bootstrap's predefined classes.

  • How can you make all the text in the contact section uppercase?

    -You can make the text uppercase by adding the class 'text-uppercase' to the relevant HTML element, which is a Bootstrap class.

Outlines

00:00

📁 Setting Up a Node.js Project for Resume Builder

This paragraph outlines the initial steps for setting up a Node.js project to create a resume builder. The process begins with creating a new folder for the project, regardless of the operating system being used. The user is instructed to open Visual Studio Code and navigate to the project folder. Opening a terminal in the project directory is the next step, which can be done through a right-click context menu or by using a keyboard shortcut. The user is then prompted to run the 'npm init' command to initialize a new Node.js project, naming the package 'resume' and setting the entry point as 'index.js'. Additionally, a 'docs' folder is created to store HTML and PDF files related to the resume builder. The user is advised to design the resume using HTML and Bootstrap, with a link provided to obtain a starter template from getbootstrap.com. The paragraph concludes with instructions on modifying the HTML code to create a resume layout.

05:03

🖼️ Adding Profile Image and Contact Information to Resume

In this paragraph, the focus shifts to adding a profile image and contact information to the resume. The user is guided through creating a div with specific classes to display the profile image, which is sourced from an external link rather than being uploaded manually. This approach simplifies the process and allows for easy updates. Following the profile image, another div is created for contact details, utilizing Bootstrap classes for styling. The contact section includes a heading and a paragraph with specific classes to ensure proper formatting and styling. The user is encouraged to fill in their personal information in this section, and the paragraph concludes with a mention of uploading images to a Node.js server, with a reference to a tutorial for further guidance.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡NodeJS

Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment that executes JavaScript code outside a browser. In the context of the video, Node.js is used as the server-side platform to create a PDF CV resume maker, allowing developers to build a web application that can generate PDF resumes.

💡PDF

PDF stands for Portable Document Format, a file format that presents documents in a manner independent of application software, hardware, and operating systems. In the video, the PDF is the output format for the resumes, ensuring that the CVs can be shared and viewed across different platforms without losing formatting.

💡Resume

A resume is a document used by individuals to present their background, skills, and experiences in a concise format, typically for job applications. The video's main theme revolves around creating a resume, specifically in a digital format that can be converted into a PDF.

💡Bootstrap

Bootstrap is a free and open-source front-end framework for developing mobile-first websites. It includes HTML, CSS, and JavaScript-based design templates for typography, forms, buttons, navigation, and other interface components. In the video, Bootstrap is used to quickly design and style the HTML resume template.

💡HTML

HTML, or HyperText Markup Language, is the standard markup language for creating web pages and web applications. The script mentions using HTML to design the resume, which involves writing code that structures the content and layout of the resume.

💡CSS

CSS stands for Cascading Style Sheets, a style sheet language used for describing the presentation of a document written in HTML or XML. The video refers to CSS in the context of styling the resume, making it visually appealing.

💡npm init

npm init is a command used in the Node.js environment to create a package.json file, which holds metadata relevant to the project. In the script, this command is run to initialize a new Node.js project for the resume maker.

💡Visual Studio Code

Visual Studio Code is a source-code editor made by Microsoft for Windows, Linux, and macOS. It includes support for debugging, embedded Git control, syntax highlighting, intelligent code completion, snippets, and code refactoring. The video mentions using Visual Studio Code as the editor for the project.

💡Terminal

A terminal in computing is a type of user interface where the user interacts with the computer via a command-line interface. In the script, the terminal is used to execute commands such as 'npm init' for setting up the project.

💡Documentation

Documentation in this context refers to the official guide or reference material provided by the creators of a framework or library. The video script mentions visiting 'getbootstrap.com' for documentation to find a starter template for Bootstrap.

💡Class

In HTML and CSS, a class is a keyword used to define equal style rules for multiple elements. The script discusses using specific classes provided by Bootstrap to style elements of the resume, such as 'resume', 'border', 'shadow', and 'display-flex'.

Highlights

Creating a NodeJS PDF CV Resume Maker project in Visual Studio Code.

Using any operating system for project setup.

Initiating the project with 'npm init' in the terminal.

Naming the package 'resume' and setting 'index.js' as the entry point.

Creating a 'docs' folder for HTML and PDF files.

Designing the resume with HTML and Bootstrap.

Accessing Bootstrap's documentation for a starter template.

Customizing the template with 'Resume Maker' as the main title.

Providing an option to use provided source code for convenience.

Removing the default header and adding a custom 'resume border' div.

Using Bootstrap classes for layout and styling.

Adding a profile image with an img tag linked to an online source.

Discussing the possibility of uploading images to a Node.js server.

Creating a 'contact' div with Bootstrap's 'ml2' class for margin.

Using 'text-uppercase' class for uppercase text styling.

Adding a paragraph with contact information using Bootstrap classes.

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