File-sharing-App

File Sharing App

A simple file-sharing application built using the MERN stack.

Overview

This web application allows users to securely upload and share files with others. It leverages the MERN stack for the backend and frontend development, ensuring a robust and efficient file-sharing experience.

Features

User Authentication: Secure user authentication and authorization.
File Upload: Easily upload files with a straightforward interface.
File Sharing: Share files with others via generated links.
File Management: Organize and manage your uploaded files.

Technologies Used

Frontend:
- React: A JavaScript library for building user interfaces.
- Axios: A promise-based HTTP client for making requests to the backend.
- (Include any additional frontend technologies)
Backend:
- Node.js: JavaScript runtime for server-side development.
- Express.js: Web application framework for Node.js.
- MongoDB: NoSQL database for storing file metadata.
- GridFS: MongoDB's specification for storing and retrieving large files.
- (Include any additional backend technologies)

Getting Started

Clone the Repository:

git clone https://github.com/DanishAbdullahPy/File-sharing-App.git
cd File-sharing-App

Install Dependencies:

# Install backend dependencies
cd backend
npm install

# Install frontend dependencies
cd ../frontend
npm install

Set Up MongoDB:
- Set up a MongoDB database and update the connection string in backend/config/db.js.

Run the Application:

# Start the backend server
cd backend
npm start

# Start the frontend development server
cd ../frontend
npm start

Open Your Browser:
- Navigate to http://localhost:3000 to access the application.

Folder Structure

|-- backend        # Backend server using Express.js
|-- frontend       # Frontend application using React
|-- public         # Public assets
|-- README.md      # Project documentation
|-- .gitignore     # Git ignore file
|-- package.json   # Project configuration and dependencies