https://github.com/iamnotnato/alx-backend-javascript
alx-backend-javascript
https://github.com/iamnotnato/alx-backend-javascript
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alx-backend-javascript
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/iamnotnato/alx-backend-javascript
- Owner: iamnotnato
- License: mit
- Created: 2023-09-25T04:09:19.000Z (over 1 year ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2024-02-18T03:14:35.000Z (over 1 year ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-01-10T20:15:46.407Z (5 months ago)
- Language: JavaScript
- Size: 14.7 MB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
## ALX Backend JavaScript
### Purpose
The ALX Backend JavaScript project aims to provide a solid foundation for developing robust and scalable REST APIs and backend services using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB.
### Features
- Comprehensive REST API with CRUD operations
- Database integration with MongoDB
- Authentication and authorization using JWT
- Input validation and error handling
- Documentation and unit testing
### Technologies Used
- Node.js
- Express
- MongoDB
- Mongoose
- Swagger
### Getting Started
#### Git Clone
To clone the repository and set up the project locally, run the following command:
```
git clone https://github.com/iamnotnato/alx-backend-javascript.git
```
#### Installation and Setup
1. Install the project dependencies:
```
npm install
```
2. Create a `.env` file in the project root directory and add the following environment variables:
```
MONGO_URI=
JWT_SECRET=
```
3. Start the server:
```
npm start
```
### Contribution Guidelines
Contributions are welcome and appreciated. Please follow these guidelines:
- Create pull requests against the `develop` branch.
- Write clear and concise commit messages.
- Implement comprehensive unit tests for any new or modified functionality.
- Adhere to the coding style and conventions defined in the project.
### License
The ALX Backend JavaScript project is licensed under the MIT License.
### Contact
For any questions or support, please contact the maintainer through [GitHub](https://github.com/iamnotnato).