IdenZero is a decentralized resume and identity verification platform that solves the fake profile epidemic in modern hiring. By leveraging blockchain technology, AI-powered skill analysis, and cryptographic verification, we create the most trusted marketplace for connecting genuine talent with legitimate opportunities.
Web2 Hiring is Broken:
- 85% of resumes contain false information
- Recruiters spend 70% of their time filtering spam applications
- Companies struggle to verify candidate credentials
- Talented individuals get lost in noise from fake profiles
- No standardized way to prove real-world skills and experience
Our Solution: Web3-Native Trust Infrastructure
- Multi-layer Identity: Aadhaar integration (India) with modular support for international IDs
- Self.xyz Integration: Decentralized identity verification
- KYC Compliance: Regulatory-compliant identity verification
- Digital Signature Verification: Cryptographic proof of certificate authenticity
- Soulbound Tokens (SBTs): Immutable, non-transferable credential records
- Institutional Partnerships: Direct verification with universities and certification bodies
- Draft System: Unverified credentials remain private until authenticated
- GitHub Integration: Deep analysis of commit history and code quality
- Multi-Platform Analysis: Support for Stack Overflow, Kaggle, and other dev platforms
- Real-Time Skill Assessment: Dynamic skill scoring based on recent activity
- Technology Stack Proficiency: Detailed breakdown of programming languages and frameworks
- Progressive Trust Scoring: Build reputation through verified work and peer endorsements
- Multi-Source Karma:
- Verified work completion (+50-200 points)
- Peer endorsements (+10-30 points)
- Successful job placements (+100 points)
- Skills tournament performance (+20-100 points)
- Karma Decay: Time-based reputation decay encourages continuous activity
- Skills-Based Karma: Different karma scores for different skill categories
- Staking Mechanism: Micro-payments to apply reduce spam applications
- Variable Staking: Higher karma users pay less to apply
- Company Verification: Employers stake to post legitimate job openings
- Priority Matching: Karma-based filtering for premium opportunities
- Proof-of-Work Challenges: Anonymous problem-solving for skill verification
- Reputation Staking: Verified professionals can sponsor newcomers
- Skills Tournaments: Regular competitions that update skill verification
- Cross-Platform Verification: Comprehensive skill analysis across multiple platforms
- Identity Layer: Self.xyz for decentralized identity
- Credential Storage: Soulbound Tokens on Ethereum/Polygon
- Data Storage: Filecoin for document storage and IPFS for metadata
- Indexing: The Graph Protocol for efficient data querying
- Smart Contracts: Solidity contracts for karma, staking, and verification
- AI/ML Stack: Python with TensorFlow/PyTorch for skill analysis
- API Gateway: Node.js/Express for service orchestration
- Database: PostgreSQL for user data, Redis for caching
- Queue System: Bull/Redis for background job processing
- Web App: Next.js with TypeScript
- Wallet Integration: WalletConnect, MetaMask support
- UI Framework: Tailwind CSS with Headless UI
- State Management: Zustand for global state
- GitHub API: Repository and commit analysis
- Aadhaar API: Identity verification (India)
- Certificate APIs: Educational and professional credential verification
- Payment Rails: Stripe for fiat, native crypto for staking
┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐
│ Frontend │ │ Backend API │ │ Blockchain │
│ (Next.js) │◄───┤ (Node.js) │◄───┤ (Ethereum) │
└─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘
│ │ │
▼ ▼ ▼
┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐
│ Wallet │ │ AI Engine │ │ IPFS/ │
│ Integration │ │ (Python) │ │ Filecoin │
└─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘
│ │ │
▼ ▼ ▼
┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐ ┌─────────────────┐
│ Self.xyz │ │ GitHub API │ │ The Graph │
│ Identity │ │ Analysis │ │ Indexing │
└─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘ └─────────────────┘
- IdentityRegistry.sol: User identity and verification management
- KarmaSystem.sol: Reputation scoring and management
- CredentialSBT.sol: Soulbound tokens for verified credentials
- JobMarketplace.sol: Job posting and application staking
- StakingManager.sol: Application stakes and escrow management
- Native Token: TRUST token for governance and premium features
- Staking Mechanism: ETH/MATIC for application stakes
- Karma Points: Non-transferable reputation currency
- SBT Credentials: Non-transferable proof of achievements
- Core smart contract development
- Basic identity verification (Aadhaar integration)
- MVP web application
- GitHub integration and basic AI analysis
- Testnet deployment
- Digital signature verification for certificates
- SBT minting for verified credentials
- Advanced AI skill analysis
- Karma system implementation
- Beta testing with select users
- Job posting and application system
- Staking mechanism implementation
- Company verification system
- Mainnet deployment
- Public beta launch
- Skills tournaments
- Cross-platform verification expansion
- International identity verification
- Mobile application
- DAO governance implementation
- Enterprise partnerships
- Additional blockchain support
- Advanced AI features
- Global expansion
- Token generation event
- Transaction Fees: 2-3% fee on successful job placements
- Premium Subscriptions: Advanced analytics and priority features
- Enterprise Solutions: Custom verification solutions for large companies
- Verification Services: Per-credential verification fees
- Tournament Sponsorships: Branded skills competitions
- Governance: Vote on platform upgrades and policies
- Staking Discounts: Reduced application stakes for token holders
- Premium Features: Access to advanced analytics and tools
- Tournament Prizes: Rewards for skills competition winners
- Node.js 18+
- Python 3.9+
- PostgreSQL 14+
- Redis 6+
- Ethereum wallet (MetaMask recommended)