E-commerce

Basic E-commerce App Backend

This project is a simple backend for an e-commerce application built with Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB. It includes features such as:

• User Authentication: Secure login and signup for both sellers and consumers.
• Role-Based Access: Separate functionalities for sellers and consumers.
• Product Management: Sellers can add, update, and delete their products.
• Order Management: Consumers can view products, place orders, and view their order history.
• Data Validation: Ensures data integrity for all inputs.
• Error Handling: Comprehensive error handling for better user experience.

Features Implemented

• Authentication & Authorization: JSON Web Tokens (JWT) for secure access.
• Product Listing: Sellers can manage their inventory, while consumers can browse available products.
• Order Placement: Consumers can place orders, and the backend handles all necessary relationships.
• MongoDB Integration: Mongoose for schema design and database operations.

Upcoming

• Frontend Development: Planning to build a modern, responsive frontend using React.
• Additional Features: Wishlist, reviews, and enhanced order tracking.

Collaboration

This project was developed in collaboration with Divesh Gaonkar.

Installation and Setup

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/AryanPachandi/Basic__E-commerce_app.git
   cd Basic__E-commerce_app

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Create a .env file and add the following:

   MONGO_URL=your_mongo_connection_string
   JWT_SECRET=your_jwt_secret
   

4. Start the server:

   npm start

Tech Stack

• Node.js
• Express.js
• MongoDB
• Mongoose

Feel free to fork the project, create issues, or contribute! 🚀