LinkUp-Backend is the server-side API component for the LinkUp web application, designed to facilitate user connections through a user-friendly platform.
This repository contains the .NET backend code for the LinkUp web application. It serves as the core component responsible for user registration, authentication, and managing user interactions.
- User Registration: Securely register new users with unique credentials.
- Authentication: Ensure user privacy and security with JWT-based authentication.
- Connection Management: Implement mechanisms for users to connect and interact with each other.
- Data Persistence: Store user and connection data in a database for a seamless experience.
- Scalability: Designed for easy scalability as your user base grows.
To get started with LinkUp-Backend, follow these steps:
- Prerequisites: Ensure you have .NET Core and a compatible database (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server) installed.
- Clone the Repository:
git clone https://github.com/AlexanderKrysiuk/LinkUp-Backend.git
- Install Dependencies: If necessary, run
dotnet restore
to restore project dependencies. - Configuration: Set up your environment variables and configuration files.
- Database Setup: Connect your database and ensure it's properly configured.
- Run the Application: Execute
dotnet run
to launch the server.
You can now start using LinkUp-Backend as the API backend for your LinkUp web application. The API endpoints and their usage are documented in detail in the project's API Documentation folder.
For comprehensive information on the available API endpoints and how to interact with them, please refer to the API Documentation provided in this repository.
We welcome contributions to enhance and improve LinkUp-Backend. If you'd like to contribute, please follow these guidelines:
- Fork the repository.
- Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
- Make your changes and ensure code quality.
- Submit a pull request, describing your changes and their purpose.
This project is licensed under the MIT License.