AI-powered, user-friendly website builder platform

Project Overview:

We are developing a fully managed website rental platform where clients can subscribe to pre-built websites. Clients do not have backend access—we maintain full control over hosting, updates, and management. The platform must be scalable, automated, and optimized for ease of use. The design is already in progress, and we need a developer to handle backend development, server setup, and automation.

Technology Stack & Infrastructure:

• Backend: Node.js (Express) or Python (FastAPI/Django) – Open to recommendations based on scalability.

• Frontend: React.js ([login to view URL]) or Vue.js – Needs to be lightweight and fast.

• Database: PostgreSQL or MongoDB – Scalable storage for users, templates, and billing.

• Hosting & Deployment: AWS (EC2, Lambda, S3, CloudFront) for a hybrid cloud solution.

• Containerization: Docker & Kubernetes (if needed for automated deployments).

• AI Integration: OpenAI API or custom LLM model for automated content generation based on client inputs.

• Authentication: OAuth (Google, Facebook, or email/password with JWT).

• Payment System: Stripe or alternative gateway (subscription-based & one-time purchases).

• DNS Management: Automated domain pointing & SSL provisioning with Let’s Encrypt or Cloudflare.

Key Features & Functionalities:

1. Admin Dashboard (Full Control)

• Client Management: View, edit, and manage client accounts.

• Billing Management: Track payments, issue invoices, manage subscriptions.

• Analytics & Reporting: Track active subscriptions, revenue, and usage statistics.

• Template Management: Add, update, and remove website templates.

• AI Content Generation: AI-assisted form-based content generator for client websites.

• Support Ticket System: Manage and respond to client inquiries.

2. User Dashboard (Limited Access)

• Overview Page: Subscription status, site preview, basic analytics.

• Billing: View invoices, manage payment methods, cancel/upgrade subscription.

• Support Ticket System: Create tickets and communicate with admin.

• Logout

3. Automated Website Deployment

• New Client Flow: User selects a template → Fills out AI-assisted form → Submits payment → System deploys site automatically.

• Automated Server Setup: When a new client subscribes, the system should:

• Provision a new website instance.

• Assign and configure the template selected.

• Generate AI-powered content if requested.

• Send an email with login details.

4. Payment & Subscription System

• Stripe API integration for recurring payments.

• Upgrade/Downgrade system for plans.

• Automated billing and invoice generation.

5. DNS Management

• Automated instructions for clients to point domains (no backend access).

• Cloudflare API or AWS Route 53 for domain management.

• Automated SSL setup for all websites.

Development & Server Setup Tasks:

• Full backend development (API structure, database setup, automation workflows).

• Server setup (AWS hybrid, database hosting, scaling strategy).

• Automation for website deployment (Dockerized instances per client, template assignment).

• AI content generation integration (API connection & form-based automation).

• Security & performance optimization (DDoS protection, caching, encryption).

Project Goals:

• Fast and scalable – The platform should handle multiple client subscriptions without manual intervention.

• User-friendly – The process from sign-up to live website should take minutes, not hours.

• Cost-effective – Development should prioritize automation to reduce operational costs.