Phase 1: Project Setup and Design
- Define project goals, objectives, and requirements.
- Set up a development environment with Node.js and necessary dependencies.
- Design the database schema for storing content and metadata.
- Create wireframes or mockups for the user interface (UI) of the CMS.
- Determine the data models and API endpoints required for content management.
- Implement a basic authentication system for user registration and login.
Phase 2: Backend Development
- Set up an Express application as the backend server.
- Create routes and controllers for managing content, including CRUD operations.
- Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms for user roles and permissions.
- Integrate with the database using an ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) library.
- Write unit tests for the backend APIs to ensure their functionality and reliability.
Phase 3: Frontend Development
- Design and implement the user interface (UI) for the CMS using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Create reusable UI components and templates for managing different types of content.
- Implement client-side form validation and error handling.
- Integrate with the backend APIs to fetch and update content from the CMS.
- Ensure responsiveness and cross-browser compatibility of the frontend UI.
Phase 4: Content Management Features
- Add support for different content types (e.g., articles, images, videos).
- Implement rich text editing capabilities using a suitable library or component.
- Enable media upload and management for images, videos, and other assets.
- Implement content scheduling and publishing features.
- Enable content versioning and revision history for easy rollback and review.
Phase 5: Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance
- Conduct thorough testing of the CMS application, including functional and usability testing.
- Identify and fix any bugs or issues discovered during testing.
- Optimize the performance of the CMS by addressing bottlenecks and implementing caching strategies.
- Document the CMS usage and maintenance instructions for future reference.
- Deploy the CMS application to a production environment.
- Set up monitoring and logging to track application usage and identify any potential issues.
- Provide ongoing maintenance and support, including regular updates and bug fixes.