Expense Manager

Expense Manager is a web-based application built with ASP.NET Web API, ADO.NET (disconnected architecture), and MS SQL Server, designed to help users manage their expenses efficiently.

Features

Expense Management: Allows users to add, view, update, and delete expenses.
Categories: Organize expenses into different categories for better tracking.
Authentication: Secure user authentication system to protect user data.
Validation: Implements robust validation to ensure data integrity.
Disconnected Architecture: Utilizes ADO.NET disconnected architecture for efficient data handling.
Scalable: Designed with scalability in mind to accommodate future expansion.
RESTful API: Provides a RESTful API for seamless integration with other systems.

Installation

Clone the Repository:

git clone https://github.com/Babifas/ExpenseManager-WebAPI.git

Set up Database:
- Create a new MS SQL Server database.
- Execute the SQL scripts provided in the database directory to create the necessary tables and schema.
Configure Connection String:
- Update the connection string in Web.config to point to your SQL Server database.
Build and Run:
- Open the solution in Visual Studio.
- Build the solution and run the application.
Access the Application:
- Access the application through your web browser at the specified URL.

Usage

Register for a new account or log in if you already have an account.
Add, view, update, or delete expenses from the dashboard.
Organize expenses into different categories for better management.
Securely log out after your session.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you'd like to contribute to this project, please follow these steps:

Fork the repository.
Create a new branch (git checkout -b feature/my-feature).
Commit your changes (git commit -am 'Add my feature').
Push to the branch (git push origin feature/my-feature).
Create a new Pull Request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Contact

For any inquiries or feedback, please contact babifasp@gmail.com.