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This application is a comprehensive customer support and billing management system designed to facilitate interactions between users and service providers. It integrates with Discord for real-time support messaging and utilizes Stripe for payment processing and subscription management. Users can create accounts, log in, and manage their subscriptions through a user-friendly dashboard. The application features a customer portal where users can view their subscription details, billing history, and manage their account settings. Additionally, users can send support requests directly through a form that posts messages to a designated Discord channel. Key features of the application include: 1. **User Authentication**: Users can register, log in, and manage their accounts securely. The application uses JWT for session management and password hashing for security. 2. **Subscription Management**: Users can view their active subscriptions, cancel or reactivate them, and manage billing information through a dedicated customer portal. 3. **Discord Integration**: The application allows users to send support messages directly to a Discord channel, enabling real-time communication with support staff. 4. **Analytics Dashboard**: Administrators can access an analytics dashboard to track sales performance, revenue trends, and customer metrics. 5. **Usage-Based Billing**: The application supports metered billing, allowing users to track their usage of services and associated costs. 6. **Notifications**: Users can manage their notification preferences for various events, such as subscription updates and payment notifications. 7. **Admin Features**: The application includes an admin panel for managing user accounts, viewing authentication logs, and configuring system settings. Technologies involved in the development of this application include: - **Frontend**: Built with React and TypeScript, utilizing libraries such as Radix UI for accessible components and Lucide for icons. - **Backend**: Node.js with Express for server-side logic, integrated with Stripe for payment processing and Discord for messaging. - **Database**: A mock user database is used for demonstration purposes, but in a production environment, a real database would be implemented. - **State Management**: React's built-in state management along with hooks for managing user sessions and form submissions. To use the application, users can navigate to the login or registration page to create an account. Once logged in, they can access their dashboard to manage subscriptions, view analytics, and send support requests. Administrators can access additional features for managing users and viewing logs. The application is designed to be intuitive and responsive, ensuring a seamless user experience across devices.