daletalley / dale-tech-blog

Model-View-Controller (MVC) Challenge: Tech Blog

Introduction

This project is a CMS-style blog site specifically designed for developers. It serves as a platform for publishing, sharing, and discussing tech-related content, emphasizing the significance of both creating and engaging in technical discussions.

User Story

• As a Developer: Who writes about tech.
• I Want: A CMS-style blog site.
• So That: I can publish articles, blog posts, and express my thoughts and opinions.

Features

• Interactive Posts: View, create, and engage with posts.
• Secure User Authentication: Ensures protected access to full features.
• User Dashboard: Manage your posts and engage with the community.
• Responsive Design: Optimized for various devices and screen sizes.

Technologies

• Frontend:

  JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Handlebars.js
  

• Backend:

  Node.js, Express.js, Sequelize, MySQL2
  

• Security:

  Bcrypt, Express-session, Dotenv
  

Installation and Setup

1. Clone the repository:

    git clone [[email protected]:daletalley/Dale-TECH-BLOG.git]
   

2. Navigate to the directory:

    cd [local repository]
   

3. Install dependencies:

   npm install
   

4. Create a .env file in the root directory with the following:

   DB_NAME='tech_blog_db'
   DB_USER='your_username'
   DB_PASSWORD='your_password'
   

5. Start the application:

   npm start
   

Usage

• Visit the deployed site to view posts.
• Sign up or sign in to post and comment.

Deployment

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