Reactive Resume

Reactive Resume is an open-source resume builder that allows users to create, update, and share professional resumes. It operates as a web application that can be used without an account for basic tasks or self-hosted on private infrastructure for full data ownership. The software provides a structured environment for managing professional history and personal details, ensuring that users maintain control over their sensitive information without relying on third party hosting.

Users interact with the software through a browser to input their professional details and select from various templates. The application supports deployment via Docker, utilizing a stack that includes PostgreSQL for data storage and optional S3-compatible storage via SeaweedFS for file uploads. This deployment model allows individuals or organizations to maintain their own database and authentication systems on their own servers.

Key features

• Real-time preview of the resume during the editing process
• Export options for PDF, JSON, and DOCX formats
• Drag-and-drop interface for reordering sections
• Integration with OpenAI, Google Gemini, and Anthropic Claude
• Support for A4 and Letter page sizes
• Import functionality for the JSON Resume format
• Passkey and two-factor authentication for account security
• Customizable colors, fonts, and spacing via Style Rules

The application is built with React 19, TanStack Start, and TypeScript, using Tailwind CSS for styling. It employs a type-safe RPC API via ORPC and manages state with Zustand and TanStack Query. To simplify the hosting requirements, PDF generation is handled entirely on the client side via the react-pdf renderer. This architectural choice removes the need for external print services, Browserless, or Chromium dependencies in the server environment, reducing the resource overhead for those who self-host.

This tool is designed for freelancers and job seekers who require a private, self-hosted environment to manage their professional documents. It serves as a utility for those who prefer open-source software with no tracking or analytics by default.