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ScrollMe is an open-source eCommerce platform built with JavaScript, React, Styled Components, Node.js (Express), and MongoDB. It offers a modern shopping experience with a scalable backend, perfect for contributors or those learning modern web development.

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ScrollMe Ecommerce Website

ScrollMe is an open-source, feature-rich eCommerce platform that provides a modern shopping experience. Built with JavaScript, React, Styled Components, Node.js (Express.js), and MongoDB, ScrollMe offers a robust front-end with a highly scalable backend. This project is ideal for those looking to contribute to an eCommerce solution or understand the integration of modern web technologies.

Table of Contents

Features

  • Modern UI/UX: Intuitive, responsive design for a seamless shopping experience.
  • Product Management: Admin interface for adding, updating, and removing products.
  • User Authentication: Secure user registration, login, and JWT-based authentication.
  • Search and Filters: Search for products and apply filters based on categories, prices, and more.
  • Shopping Cart: Add, update, or remove items from the cart, with real-time calculations.
  • Checkout Process: Easy and secure checkout experience.
  • Order History: View past orders and order details.
  • Product Reviews and Ratings: Users can review and rate products.
  • Wishlist: Save favorite items for later purchase.
  • Payment Gateway Integration: Add integration with payment providers like Stripe or PayPal.
  • Responsive Design: Optimized for all devices (mobile, tablet, and desktop).
  • MongoDB Integration: Backend management of products, users, and orders with MongoDB.
  • Email Notifications: Send order confirmations and updates via email.
  • Inventory Management: Track stock levels and manage out-of-stock notifications.
  • Discounts and Promotions: Ability to add coupon codes and discounts.
  • Multi-language Support: Internationalization for a global audience.
  • Admin Dashboard Analytics: Insights into sales, customers, and product performance.

Tech Stack

ScrollMe is built using the following technologies:

Frontend

  • JavaScript (ES6+): Core language for building dynamic features.
  • React.js: A JavaScript library for building user interfaces.
  • Styled Components: A CSS-in-JS tool for modular and customizable component styling.
  • Redux: State management library for maintaining global app state and ensuring predictable data flow across components.

Backend

  • Node.js: Runtime environment for executing server-side JavaScript.
  • Express.js: Backend framework for building RESTful APIs.
  • MongoDB: NoSQL database for managing products, users, and orders.
  • Mongoose: ODM library to interact with MongoDB.

Additional Tools

  • JWT: For secure user authentication.
  • Axios: HTTP client for API communication.
  • Nodemon: Automatically restarts the server during development.

Installation

To get started with ScrollMe locally, follow these steps:

  1. Clone the repository:

    git clone git@github.com:saurabhbakolia/SCROLLME--ECOMMERCE-WEBSITE.git
cd SCROLLME--ECOMMERCE-WEBSITE

  2. Install dependencies for both frontend and backend:

    # Install frontend dependencies
npm install

# Install backend dependencies
cd ./backend
npm install

  3. Set up environment variables:
    In the backend directory, we have a .env.example file. You can create your own .env file by copying this file and adding the necessary environment variables:

    cp backend/.env.example backend/.env

  4. Start the development server:

    # Start the backend
cd backend
npm run start

# Start the frontend
npm start

  5. Visit the app in your browser:
    Open http://localhost:3000 to view the application.

Usage

Once the project is set up, you can:

  • Browse products, add items to the cart, and proceed to checkout.
  • Register or log in to track your orders.
  • Admins can manage products and orders through the admin dashboard.

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! To contribute to ScrollMe, follow these steps:

  1. Fork the repository on GitHub.
  2. Checkout the develop branch
   git checkout develop
  1. Install dependencies Run the following command to install project dependencies:
  # Install frontend dependencies
  cd frontend
  npm install

  # Install backend dependencies
  cd ../backend
  npm install

  1. Create a branch for your feature or bugfix

    git checkout -b feature-name

  2. Commit your changes

    git commit -m "Add feature-name"

  3. Push to your fork

    git push origin feature-name

  4. Open a pull request: Provide a detailed description of your changes in the pull request template. Link to any relevant issues.

Guidelines

  • Ensure code quality by following consistent formatting and naming conventions.
  • Write clear and concise commit messages.
  • Test your changes thoroughly before submitting a pull request.

Code of Conduct

We are committed to fostering a welcoming and harassment-free community. All participants are expected to adhere to our Code of Conduct. Please treat others with respect and professionalism in all interactions.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

We appreciate your interest in ScrollMe and look forward to your contributions!

Community Discussion

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We appreciate your interest in ScrollMe and look forward to your contributions!

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