GuideGuru - Your Ultimate Tourist Guide Web App

Welcome to GuideGuru, a full-featured and responsive web application designed to enhance the travel experience for tourists. Developed using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js), GuideGuru provides a comprehensive platform for tourists to explore destinations, plan their trips, and stay informed with real-time updates. Leveraging JWT authentication, Weather API, 360 View API, and other cutting-edge technologies, GuideGuru ensures a secure, immersive, and user-friendly experience.

Key Features:

• User Authentication: Secure user accounts with JWT authentication for safe and personalized access to the app.
• Weather Updates: Get real-time weather information for your destinations using the integrated Weather API, ensuring you’re always prepared.
• 360° Views: Explore destinations in an immersive way with 360° panoramic views, offering a virtual tour experience.
• Destination Search and Recommendations: Discover popular tourist spots, attractions, and hidden gems with an intelligent search and recommendation system.
• Itinerary Planner: Plan your trips efficiently with a built-in itinerary planner that helps you organize your travel schedule.
• Responsive Design: Enjoy a seamless experience across all devices with a fully responsive design that adapts to desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
• Interactive Map: Utilize the interactive map feature to navigate and find points of interest easily.
• Reviews and Ratings: Read reviews and ratings from other travelers to make informed decisions about places to visit.
• Advanced Technologies: Developed using the latest web technologies including MERN stack, JWT authentication, and integrated APIs for a robust and scalable application.

How to Use:

1. Clone the repository to access the source code.
2. Install the necessary dependencies using npm install for both the client and server.
3. Configure environment variables for API keys and JWT secret in a .env file.
4. Run the development servers for both client and server using npm run dev.
5. Access the application through your browser and explore the features of GuideGuru.

Installation:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/guideguru.git
   

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd guideguru
   

3. Install server dependencies:

   cd server
   npm install
   

4. Install client dependencies:

   cd client
   npm install
   

5. Set up environment variables in a .env file in the server directory:

   PORT=5000
   MONGO_URI=your_mongodb_uri
   JWT_SECRET=your_jwt_secret
   WEATHER_API_KEY=your_weather_api_key
   VIEW360_API_KEY=your_360view_api_key
   

6. Start the development server:

   npm run dev
   

MEMBERS

1. Vihan Jayasinghe.
2. Sahan kalhara.
3. Kavindu Lakshan perera.
4. Harindu chamod Munasinghe.

Embark on a seamless and enriching travel experience with GuideGuru. Explore, plan, and enjoy your journeys with confidence and convenience. We welcome your feedback and contributions to make GuideGuru even better. ❤😊🎉