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https://github.com/mukuliskul/legocollection

A dynamic web application for Lego enthusiasts to manage and explore their Lego collections. It leverages MongoDB and PostgreSQL for robust data handling, features secure authentication, and offers a user-friendly interface with responsive design using EJS, Express.js, and Node.js.
https://github.com/mukuliskul/legocollection

authentication bcryptjs client-sessions ejs-templates expressjs full-stack mongodb mongoose nodejs postgressql responsive-design sequelize user-management web-application

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A dynamic web application for Lego enthusiasts to manage and explore their Lego collections. It leverages MongoDB and PostgreSQL for robust data handling, features secure authentication, and offers a user-friendly interface with responsive design using EJS, Express.js, and Node.js.

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# Lego Collection Web Application



This web application is a platform for Lego enthusiasts to explore and manage their Lego set collections. It utilizes a combination of MongoDB and PostgreSQL to manage user data and Lego set information, respectively, ensuring a robust and scalable data management system.



## Skills Developed



### Technical Skills



- **Full-Stack Development**: Gained experience in handling both front-end and back-end aspects of web development.

- **Database Management**: Learned to integrate and manage complex databases using MongoDB for user data and PostgreSQL for Lego set data.

- **Authentication and Security**: Implemented user authentication and security features using bcrypt.js and client-sessions.

- **Web Frameworks**: Enhanced skills in using Node.js and Express.js for server-side development and EJS for templating.



### Soft Skills



- **Problem-Solving**: Tackled challenges in integrating multiple technologies and ensuring smooth data flow.

- **Project Management**: Gained experience in managing a full-scale project from conception to deployment.

- **Attention to Detail**: Ensured a consistent and error-free user experience across different pages and functionalities.



## Experience Gained



- **Database Integration**: Learned to connect and use multiple databases (MongoDB and PostgreSQL) in a single application, understanding the strengths and use-cases for each.

- **User Authentication**: Developed a secure user authentication system, gaining insights into security best practices.

- **Responsive Web Design**: Enhanced my skills in creating a responsive and user-friendly interface using Tailwind CSS.

- **Debugging and Testing**: Acquired experience in troubleshooting and testing web applications to ensure reliability and performance.

- **Version Control and Documentation**: Improved proficiency in using Git for version control and creating comprehensive documentation to guide future users and contributors.



## Technologies Used



- **Backend**: Node.js, Express.js

- **Frontend**: EJS (Embedded JavaScript templates)

- **Database**: MongoDB (for user data), PostgreSQL (for Lego sets data)

- **Authentication**: bcrypt.js (for password hashing), client-sessions (for session management)

- **Other Libraries**: Mongoose (MongoDB object modeling), Sequelize (PostgreSQL ORM), dotenv (environment variables management)



## File Structure



- `data/` - Contains JSON data for the application

- `modules/` - Contains JavaScript modules for authentication and Lego sets

- `public/` - Contains static files for the application

- `server.js` - The main server file

- `tailwind.config.js` - Configuration file for Tailwind CSS



## Installation and Setup



1. **Clone the Repository**: Clone the project to your local machine.

2. **Install Dependencies**: Run `npm install` to install the required Node.js packages.

3. **Set Environment Variables**: Configure environment variables for database connections and other sensitive data.

4. **Database Setup**: Set up MongoDB and PostgreSQL databases as per the schemas defined in the project.

5. **Start the Server**: Run `node server.js` to start the application.



## Usage



Once the application is running, navigate to `http://localhost:8080` (or the configured port) in your web browser. You can create an account, log in, and start exploring and managing your Lego set collections.



## Contributing



If you have improvements or bug fixes, feel free to fork the repository and submit a pull request.



## License



This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.