Cadence

Cadence

Cadence is a modern contract management and performance tracking platform built with Next.js, Prisma, and a robust PostgreSQL backend. It streamlines the contractor-manager relationship by providing structured, transparent, and actionable workflows for contract cycles, goal setting, feedback, and performance reviews.

🚀 Key Features

• Contract Lifecycle Management:
  Track contracts from initiation to completion, including start/end dates, status, and participant roles (Manager/Contractor).

• Connect Cycles:
  Structured touchpoints (Initial, Midpoint, Final) for contractors and managers to align on goals, progress, and feedback. Each cycle supports reflections, comments, and status tracking.

• Goal Setting & Tracking:
  Define, update, and monitor contract goals with clear metrics and statuses (On Track, At Risk, Completed).

• Peer Feedback & Comments:
  Enable transparent, contextual feedback and discussion throughout the contract period.

• Role-Based Portals:

  • Contractor Portal: Submit cycle reflections, track goals, and view manager feedback.
  • Manager Portal: Review submissions, provide feedback, and manage multiple contracts.

• Modern UI:
  Built with Radix UI, Tailwind CSS, and Lucide icons for a clean, accessible, and responsive experience.

• Authentication & Security:
  Integrated with NextAuth and Prisma Adapter for secure, role-based access.

🏆 Why Cadence?

• Transparency:
  Both contractors and managers have a clear, shared view of progress, expectations, and feedback.

• Accountability:
  Structured cycles and goal tracking ensure everyone stays aligned and responsible.

• Scalability:
  Designed to support organizations managing multiple contracts and users.

• Extensibility:
  Built with modern, open-source technologies for easy customization and integration.

🛠️ Tech Stack

• Frontend: Next.js 15, React 19, Tailwind CSS, Radix UI, Lucide Icons
• Backend: Prisma ORM, PostgreSQL
• Authentication: NextAuth.js with Prisma Adapter
• Email & Notifications: Nodemailer, Resend
• TypeScript: End-to-end type safety

🗂️ Project Structure

• src/app/contract/ – Contractor cadence workflows and UI
• src/app/manager/ – Manager portal for contract oversight
• src/app/api/ – RESTful API endpoints for contracts, cycles, comments, and authentication
• prisma/schema.prisma – Database schema (users, contracts, cycles, goals, comments, feedback)
• src/components/ui/ – Reusable UI components

🚦 Getting Started

1. Install dependencies:

   npm install

2. Set up your database:

   • Configure your PostgreSQL connection in .env (DATABASE_URL)
   • Run migrations:

     npx prisma migrate deploy

3. Start the development server:

   npm run dev

4. Visit:
   http://localhost:3000

📈 Value Proposition

Cadence transforms contract management from a static, document-driven process into a dynamic, collaborative journey. By structuring communication, feedback, and goal tracking, it empowers organizations to maximize contractor performance, foster trust, and drive successful outcomes.