The Z Network

Welcome to the repository for Z, a community-oriented social network. Join the conversation.

About This Project

Welcome to the Z Network, where diverse communities converge, passions flourish, and meaningful conversations unfold. As a dynamic social network inspired by the essence of Reddit and Twitter, Z Network is more than just a platform – it's a space where individuals connect, share ideas, and express themselves freely.

Disclaimer: This app is a work in progress, developed transparently in the public eye. Please refer to the roadmap below for insights into ongoing developments.

Note: This is not a starter template.

✨ Features

• TypeScript: Embrace the benefits of static typing.
• Next.js 13 App Router: Leverage the latest in Next.js for enhanced navigation.
• Routing, Layouts, Nested Layouts, and Layout Groups: Structured for intuitive navigation.
• Data Fetching, Caching, and Mutation with React Query and Redis: Optimize data interactions.
• Loading UI: Enhance user experience during data retrieval.
• Route Handlers and Server Actions: Manage server-side processes seamlessly.
• API Routes and Middlewares: Implement robust server-side logic.
• Authentication using Next-Auth: Secure user authentication.
• ORM using Prisma: Streamline database interactions.
• Database on PlanetScale: Opt for a reliable database solution.
• UI Components built using Shadcn UI: Crafted with a focus on aesthetics and functionality.
• Styled using Tailwind CSS: Combine utility-first and component-based styling.
• Validation using Zod: Ensure data integrity through robust validation.

Roadmap

• Add Notification Feature
• Add a Chat Feature
• Add a Welcome Message/Notification on Sign-Up
• Add Release Versioning
• Add Live-Chat Feature
• Add Push Notifications
• Add a Support Page

Now, the items without an 'x' inside the square brackets will appear as unchecked checkboxes.

Known Issues

Here is a list of ongoing challenges:

• Posts remain on the page after being deleted until the page is manually refreshed.
• The loader skeleton on the post page requires more padding.
• Loading Page on loading.tsx sometimes causes layout shifts, especially when signing in.
• Several color options are not functional on the profile theme.

Running the Project Locally

To kickstart your journey with this repository locally, follow the steps below:

1. Clone the Repo

2. Create a .env.local file in the project root:

   # Database Configuration
   DATABASE_URL="mysql://your_database_user:your_database_password@your_database_host/your_database_name?sslaccept=strict"
   
   # Google OAuth Credentials
   GOOGLE_CLIENT_ID="your_google_client_id"
   GOOGLE_CLIENT_SECRET="your_google_client_secret"
   
   # NextAuth Configuration
   NEXTAUTH_SECRET="your_nextauth_secret"
   NEXTAUTH_URL="https://your-app-url.com"
   
   # Pusher Configuration
   NEXT_PUBLIC_PUSHER_KEY="your_pusher_key"
   PUSHER_APP_ID="your_pusher_app_id"
   PUSHER_CLUSTER="your_pusher_cluster"
   PUSHER_SECRET="your_pusher_secret"
   
   # Redis Configuration
   NEXT_PUBLIC_REDIS_SECRET="your_redis_secret"
   NEXT_PUBLIC_REDIS_URL="https://your-redis-url.com"
   
   # UploadThing Configuration
   UPLOADTHING_APP_ID="your_uploadthing_app_id"
   UPLOADTHING_SECRET="your_uploadthing_secret"
   
   # Custom Configuration for Z Network
   Z_AUTHOR="Your Name"
   Z_URL="https://your-z-network-url.com"

   Fill out the values within your new .env, corresponding to your environment.

3. Run the Development Server:

   npm run dev or yarn dev

   The application should be accessible at http://localhost:3000.

License

The Z Network is available as open source under the terms of the MIT license.