HomeQuest

HomeQuest is a state-of-the-art real estate web application built on the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) stack. It provides a seamless platform for users to explore, list, and manage property listings with an intuitive interface and robust features.

Features

• Advanced Property Search: Users can apply filters for location, price range, property type, and more.
• Property Listings: Create, read, update, and delete property listings easily.
• User Authentication: Secure login system utilizing both Google and JWT-based authentication.
• Image Management: Upload and manage multiple images for each property listing.
• User Profiles: Personalized dashboards for managing listings and saved properties.
• Responsive Design: Fully responsive design ensures a seamless experience across all devices.

Tech Stack

Frontend

• React.js
• Redux for state management
• Tailwind CSS for styling

Backend

• Node.js
• Express.js
• MongoDB for the database

Authentication & Storage

• Firebase Authentication
• JWT for token-based authentication
• Firebase Storage for image hosting

DevOps

• Git for version control

Usage

Key functionalities include:

• Sign Up/Login: Create an account or log in using the authentication system.
• Search Properties: Utilize the search bar and filters to find properties.
• Create Listing: Add new properties by clicking "Add Property."
• Manage Listings: View and manage your listings through the dashboard.

Database Schema

The MongoDB database includes the following key schemas:

• User: Stores user information, including authentication details.
• Listing: Stores property details such as location, price, images, etc.

Authentication

HomeQuest uses a dual authentication system:

1. Google Authentication: Implemented using Firebase Authentication.
2. JWT Authentication: Used for email/password login to maintain user sessions.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js (v14.0.0 or later)
• npm (v6.0.0 or later)
• MongoDB
• Firebase account

Installation and Setup

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/kathan07/HomeQuest.git

2. Create an .env file:

   touch .env

3. Add Environment Variables:

   VITE_FIREBASE_API_KEY = "your_firebase_api_key"
   JWT_SECRET = "your_jwt_secret"
   MONGODB = "your_mongodb_connection_string"

4. Install node modules:

   npm i

5. Run the server:

   npm run dev

6. Setup and run the client:

   cd client
   npm i
   npm run dev

Acknowledgements

• React.js
• Node.js
• Express.js
• MongoDB
• Tailwind CSS
• Firebase