File Management System

A web-based application that allows users to upload and download files directly to and from a GitHub repository using the GitHub API.

Features

• File Upload: Upload files directly to a specified GitHub repository.
• File Download: Download files from the GitHub repository.
• Responsive UI: Built with HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap for a clean and responsive user experience.
• Secure Integration: Utilizes environment variables to securely manage sensitive information like GitHub API tokens.
• Dynamic Interface: UI updates to provide additional functionality, such as a link to the GitHub repository after file upload.

Deployment

Deployed on Render, accessible at https://file-management-irwi.onrender.com

Usage

• Visit the website.
• Upload files to the GitHub repository via the "Upload File" button.
• Download files from the GitHub repository using the "Download File" button.
• After a successful upload, click on the "View GitHub Repo" button to navigate to your repository.

To run the project on your local server

Prerequisites

• Node.js installed on your local machine.
• A GitHub account and a repository to connect the application to.
• A GitHub API token with appropriate permissions.

Steps

1. Clone this repository.
2. Install dependencies using npm: using command "npm install"
3. Set up your GitHub API token in the .env file.
4. Start the server: using command "node server.js"
5. Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser.

Future Enhancements

• AI Integration: Potential integration with AI models for processing uploaded files.
• Multi-file Upload: Adding support for batch file uploads.
• Enhanced Security: Additional security measures for API token management.

Acknowledgements

• Bootstrap for UI components.
• Render for backend deployment.
• GitHub API for file management.

Technologies Used

• Node.js
• Express.js
• GitHub API
• HTML/CSS
• Bootstrap