BnbLite 🏠

BnbLite is a full-stack web application that allows users to list properties and discover the perfect places for their holidays. This project was developed to enhance my full-stack development skills, providing a seamless experience for both property owners and travelers.

Table of Contents 📑

• Project Overview
• Features
• Tech Stack
• Live Demo
• Installation
• Usage
• Contributing
• Contact

Project Overview 🚀

BnbLite is a full-stack web application that allows users to list properties and discover the perfect places for their holidays. This project was developed to enhance my full-stack development skills, providing a seamless experience for both property owners and travelers.

Features 🌟

• Property Listings

  • Hosts can create, update, and manage property details, including images and descriptions.

• User Reviews

  • Users can leave, read and delete reviews to share their experiences.

• Responsive Design

  • Fully optimized for desktop and mobile devices for seamless user experience.

• Search Functionality

  • Users can search listings by location, price range, or amenities.

• Filter By Categories

  • Users can filter listings based on various categories like Beach, Pool, Treehouses etc.

• Authentication System

  • Secure user authentication using Passport.js for login and sign-up functionality.

• Data Validation

  • Ensures all inputs (e.g., listing details, reviews) are validated for accuracy and completeness.

• Error Handling

  • User-friendly error messages and feedback for smoother user interaction.

• API Integration

  • RESTful APIs for efficient data fetching and updating across the application.

• Scalable Architecture

  • Designed for scalability to accommodate future additions like booking systems or payment gateways.

Tech Stack ⚙️

• Frontend: Ejs, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js, Map APIs, MVC model
• Database: MongoDB (MongoDB Atlas for cloud hosting)
• Deployment & version control: Git, Github, Render

Live Demo 🚀

Check out the live version of the BnbLite here: Live Demo

Installation 💻

To get started with BnbLite locally, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/vishalshukla6395/bnblite.git
    

2. Navigate to the project directory:

cd bnblite

3. Install dependencies:

npm install

4. Start the application:

node app.js

Usage 🔧

• Once the application is set up and running, open your browser and go to http://localhost:8080 to start using the app.

• Create a new account or log in if you already have one.

• Browse available properties, leave your experience about places in reviews, find or search for a place.

• Admin users can log in and manage property listings and crud operations for listings and reviews.

• Browse and filter listings based on your favourite Category

Contributing 🤝

• Contributions are welcome! If you'd like to improve or add features to the BnbLite project, follow these steps:

  1. Fork the repository.

  2. Create a new branch:

     git checkout -b feature-name.
  

  3. Commit your changes:

      git commit -m 'Add new feature'.

  4. Push to the branch:

     git push origin feature-name.

  5. Open a pull request.

Thank You! 🙏

Thank you for considering contributing to BnbLite! Your contributions help make this project better for everyone. We appreciate your time and effort!

Contact 📬

If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to contact me:

• Email: vishalshukla6395@gmail.com
• GitHub: https://github.com/Vishalshukla6395
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishal-shukla-021465335/