File Sharing App with Python

This repository contains the source code for a file sharing application developed using Python. The application allows users to:

• Register and Login: Users can create accounts and log in to access the file sharing features.
• Upload Files: Authorized users can upload files to the server for sharing with others.
• Download Files: Users can download files uploaded by other users.
• (Optional) File Management: This feature could allow users to view, manage, and potentially share folders within the application.

Features:

• User authentication (registration and login)
• File upload and download functionality
• Secure file storage (implementation details depend on your chosen storage method)

Technologies:

• Python (version to be specified)
• Importing necessary modules:
  1. http.server and socketserver: To host in the browser.
  2. pyqrcode: To generate QRcode.
  3. png: To convert the QRCode into a png file.
  4. OS: To interact with the Operating system.

Installation:

1. Clone this repository:

git clone https://github.com/<your-username>/file-sharing-app.git

2. Install dependencies (replace requirements.txt with your actual file name if different):

pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Configure the application (create a .env file with your configuration details)

Running the application:

1. Start the development server:

python app.py

2. Access the application in your web browser:

• By default, the development server typically runs on http://localhost:5000/ (the port may vary).

Development:

• Feel free to fork this repository and make your own contributions.
• Explore adding additional features, such as file management, user profiles, or access controls.

Note:

• This is a basic template to get you started. You will need to implement the specific functionalities like user authentication, file storage, and data transfer according to your chosen libraries and frameworks.
• Security is crucial for file sharing applications. Ensure proper validation, sanitization, and secure storage mechanisms for user data and uploaded files.