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CDrive - Backend

Welcome to the CDrive backend repository! CDrive is a cloud-based file storage system that allows users to upload, store, and manage files securely. This backend service handles user authentication, file management, and secure integration with Cloudinary for file storage.

Features

• User Authentication: Register, login, and email verification using OTP.
• File Management: Upload, update, retrieve, and delete files securely.
• Cloud Integration: Stores files using Cloudinary.
• Authentication Middleware: Ensures that only authorized users can perform certain actions.

Table of Contents

1. Technologies Used
2. Installation
3. Usage
4. Environment Variables
5. API Endpoints
6. Inspiration
7. Author

Technologies Used

• Node.js: Server-side JavaScript runtime.
• Express: Web framework for Node.js.
• Prisma: ORM for interacting with the database.
• PostgreSQL: Relational database.
• Cloudinary: Cloud-based image and file management.
• JWT: For secure authentication.
• Multer: For handling file uploads.
• Nodemailer: For sending email verifications.

Installation

Follow these steps to set up the backend on your local machine:

1. Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/Chirag-S-Kotian/server.git

2. Navigate to the project directory

cd server

3. Install dependencies

npm install

4. Set up environment variables

Create a .env file in the root of your project and add the following variables:

DATABASE_URL=your_postgresql_database_url
JWT_SECRET=your_jwt_secret
CLOUDINARY_CLOUD_NAME=your_cloudinary_cloud_name
CLOUDINARY_API_KEY=your_cloudinary_api_key
CLOUDINARY_API_SECRET=your_cloudinary_api_secret
MAIL_USER=your_email_address_for_sending_verifications
MAIL_PASSWORD=your_email_password

5. Set up the database

Run Prisma migrations to set up the PostgreSQL database:

npx prisma migrate dev

6. Start the server

npm run dev

The server will start running on http://localhost:4000.

Usage

Once your server is up and running, you can interact with the backend via API endpoints.

1. User Registration and Login

• Register: POST /api/users/register
• Login: POST /api/users/login
• Verify OTP: POST /api/users/verify

2. File Management

• Upload File: POST /api/files/upload
• Get All Files: GET /api/files
• Get File by ID: GET /api/files/:id
• Update File: PUT /api/files/:id
• Delete File: DELETE /api/files/:id

Environment Variables

To run this project, you will need to set the following environment variables in your .env file:

• DATABASE_URL: Your PostgreSQL connection URL.
• JWT_SECRET: A secret key for generating JSON Web Tokens.
• CLOUDINARY_CLOUD_NAME: Your Cloudinary account name.
• CLOUDINARY_API_KEY: Your Cloudinary API key.
• CLOUDINARY_API_SECRET: Your Cloudinary API secret.
• MAIL_USER: The email address used to send OTPs.
• MAIL_PASSWORD: The password for the email account.

API Endpoints

Here are the main routes available:

User Routes (/api/users)

Route	Method	Description
/register	POST	Register a new user
/login	POST	Login an existing user
/verify	POST	Verify user OTP

File Routes (/api/files)

Route	Method	Description
/upload	POST	Upload a new file
/	GET	Get all files for a user
/:id	GET	Get a specific file by ID
/:id	PUT	Update a file's details
/:id	DELETE	Delete a file from storage

Inspiration

"To achieve something remarkable, we must go beyond what is comfortable and expected. CDrive isn't just another file management tool—it's a testament to the power of persistence, creativity, and belief in the process. Every feature, every bug fix, and every improvement is a step towards excellence."

As developers, we write more than just code. We write our stories of resilience, determination, and growth. Remember, the journey is as important as the destination.

Keep pushing boundaries, and keep creating something that truly matters.

Author

Developed by Chirag S Kotian.

Feel free to reach out for any questions, feedback, or collaboration!

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