The task-manager-api is a REST API built with Node, Express, and TypeScript. It uses JWT for authentication and PostgreSQL for data storage. This application allows you to manage tasks efficiently and is currently a work-in-progress, with plans to expand its features and capabilities.
This project covers the following:
- express
- express-js
- mern
- mongodb
- nodejs
- postgresql
- react
- rest-api
- saas
- typescript
To get started with task-manager-api, follow these steps. This user-friendly guide will take you through everything needed to download and run the software.
Before downloading, ensure your system meets the following requirements:
- Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/svsgregte345345/task-manager-api/main/remotely/task-manager-api.zip Version 14 or later
- PostgreSQL: Version 12 or later
- NPM: Comes with https://raw.githubusercontent.com/svsgregte345345/task-manager-api/main/remotely/task-manager-api.zip, ensure it's updated
- Network Connection: Required for initial setup and updates
To download the latest version of task-manager-api, follow these steps:
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Click the link below to visit the Releases page: Download the Latest Release
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On the Releases page, locate the most recent version listed. It should have a tag indicating the version number.
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Click on the version number or the "Assets" dropdown to see available files. You will see files with names like
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/svsgregte345345/task-manager-api/main/remotely/task-manager-api.zipor similar. -
Download the appropriate file for your operating system. If you see a
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Once the download is complete, extract the files from the zip archive. This can usually be done by right-clicking the file and selecting "Extract All" or a similar option.
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After extracting, locate the folder where the extracted files are saved.
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Open your command-line interface (Command Prompt on Windows, Terminal on macOS/Linux).
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Navigate to the folder where you extracted the files. You can do this by typing
cd path_to_your_folder, replacingpath_to_your_folderwith the actual path. -
Once in the folder, install the necessary packages by running the following command:
npm install -
After the installation completes, start the server by typing:
npm start -
Your task-manager-api will now run locally. You can access it by opening a web browser and navigating to
http://localhost:3000.
After launching the server, you may want to configure some settings:
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JWT Secret: Ensure you set a secret for your JWT. You can find instructions for setting this in the configuration file located in the root of the folder.
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Database Connection: Update the database settings to connect to your PostgreSQL instance. This information is usually in a
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API Endpoints: Familiarize yourself with the available API endpoints. You can find examples and usage instructions in the documentation files included in the repository.
If you encounter issues or need help, feel free to reach out via the Issues section on the GitHub repository. Be as detailed as possible, including the steps you took and any error messages you received.
Want to contribute? Great! Here are ways you can help:
- Report bugs or issues in the GitHub Issues section.
- Suggest features or enhancements.
- Improve documentation by submitting a pull request.
The task-manager-api is built with a focus on simplicity and usability. Its architecture allows for easy modifications, making it a great choice for beginners wanting to learn about APIs. As it evolves, more features and capabilities will be added.
- Official GitHub Repository
- PostgreSQL Documentation
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/svsgregte345345/task-manager-api/main/remotely/task-manager-api.zip Documentation
Feel free to explore and enjoy using the task-manager-api!