Chaska is a feature-rich web application built using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js). It offers an engaging platform for food enthusiasts to explore nearby restaurants, discover unique recipes, and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. Whether you're looking for culinary inspiration or seeking a local dining experience, Chaska brings it all to your fingertips.
- Easily locate nearby restaurants with detailed information and offerings.
- Explore recipes or cuisines from specific regions through advanced search functionalities.
- User accounts are protected with JWT (JSON Web Tokens) for secure session management.
- Passwords are encrypted using Bcrypt.js, ensuring the highest level of security for user data.
- Follow and unfollow other users and cooks to build a network of culinary enthusiasts.
- Engage with others by liking, commenting on, or saving recipes to your personal collection.
- Empower users to upload their own recipes with descriptions, ingredients, and preparation steps.
- Discover, interact, and save recipes shared by others in the community.
- Search Functionality: Quickly find recipes or restaurants with an intuitive search bar.
- Responsive Design: Optimized for seamless navigation on both desktop and mobile devices.
- Interactive Interface: Smooth transitions and a clean layout to ensure an enjoyable user journey.
| Component | Technology |
|---|---|
| Frontend | React.js |
| Backend | Node.js, Express.js |
| Database | MongoDB |
| Authentication | JWT, Bcrypt.js |
| Other Libraries | Axios, React Router |
This project was bootstrapped with Create React App, providing a powerful and streamlined development environment for building modern React applications.
- Ensure you have Node.js and npm installed.
- Set up a MongoDB database and configure environment variables for the database connection and JWT secrets.
Chaska/
├── client/ # React.js frontend
├── server/ # Node.js backend with Express.js
├── models/ # Database models for MongoDB
├── routes/ # API routes for authentication and data management
├── utils/ # Helper functions and middleware
└── README.md # Project documentation
In the project directory, you can run the following commands:
- Launches the app in development mode.
- Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser to view it.
- The page reloads automatically whenever you make changes to the code.
- Runs the test runner in interactive watch mode.
- Builds the app for production and outputs it to the
buildfolder. - The build is optimized for the best performance, and filenames include hashes.
- Copies all configuration files and dependencies into your project for advanced customization.
⚠️ Ejection is irreversible. Only use this if you require custom configurations beyond the defaults.
To deepen your understanding of React and the tools used in this project, refer to the following resources:
Refer to the deployment guide to deploy your app efficiently to various platforms.
If npm run build fails to minify, refer to the troubleshooting guide for solutions.
- Comprehensive Culinary Experience: From discovering local restaurants to exploring new recipes, Chaska is a one-stop platform for food lovers.
- Secure & Scalable: Designed with robust authentication and scalable architecture to handle a growing user base.
- Community-Centric: Encourages user engagement and fosters a sense of belonging among food enthusiasts.
- Customizable Search: Offers tailored search results to suit individual preferences and interests.
Contributions are welcome! Feel free to open issues or submit pull requests to enhance Chaska.
For any queries or collaboration opportunities, feel free to reach out at [email protected].
Start exploring the culinary world with Chaska today!