The project entailed crafting a student-alumni networking app that facilitated seamless connections. It featured real-time chat, enabling students to seek advice from alumni. The app's versatility allowed alumni from various programs to join, fostering an inclusive community. Additionally, alumni could contribute through donations, enhancing the platform's collaborative spirit.
Before you begin, make sure you have the following installed on your system:
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Clone the Repository:
Fork and clone this repository to your local machine using the following commands:
git clone https://github.com/your-username/alumni-network.git cd alumni-network
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Install Dependencies:
Navigate to the project directory and install the required dependencies for both the server and the React app:
cd server npm install cd ../client npm install
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Start the Server:
Open a terminal in the
server
directory and start the Node.js server:cd server npm start
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Start the React App:
Open another terminal in the
client
directory and start the React development server:cd client npm start
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Access the Website:
Once the server and React app are both running, open your web browser and visit
http://localhost:3000
to see the alumni network website in action.