Project Overview

Imoments is a comprehensive social media platform built using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js). The application features a custom-built authentication system using JWT, robust user management, and rich media sharing capabilities. This full-stack solution demonstrates advanced implementation of user interactions, media handling, and social networking features.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React with Redux Toolkit for state management
• Backend: Node.js with Express.js
• Database: MongoDB with Mongoose
• Authentication: Custom JWT implementation
• Media Storage: Cloudinary integration
• Styling: SASS for advanced styling

Key Features

• Custom authentication system with JWT
• User session management
• Profile creation and management
• Media upload and management via Cloudinary
• User follow/unfollow functionality
• Post interaction (likes, comments)
• User search functionality
• Responsive design

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/alishour-dev/imoments-app

# Install dependencies for both frontend and backend
cd frontend && npm install
cd ../backend && npm install

# Run development servers
# Frontend
npm run start
# Backend
npm run dev

Development Process

The application was developed with a focus on security and user experience. Key development aspects included:

• Implementation of secure authentication system
• Development of media upload functionality
• Creation of social interaction features
• Integration of real-time updates
• Implementation of search functionality
• Optimization of database queries
• Development of responsive UI/UX