Image Collector

A simple local image collector using a local-backed MongoDB instance and implemented asynchronously using Python Tornado and Docker. This web app is developed with additional html code for more client-friendly support. You can also test this collector using an API Platform, such as Postman. For any inquiries, refer to the instructions below.

The master branch is the most up-to-date one and should be the only one used for testing and using.

General Instruction for both versions

1. Clone this repository
2. Make sure that you have Docker and Docker Compose installed
3. Run docker compose up -d to build the app

Instructions for using the API version with Postman/Insomnia

Disclaimer: the instructions may vary based on the app you use. I use Postman to test the API, so variations may happen if you use another app

4. Download the API testing app to your choosing
5. To test uploading images:
   • In the target URL bar: type "http://localhost:8888/api" (no slash / at the end)
   • Choose POST as the API request type
   • In the request body, choose form-data type. Put "image" (no double quotes) as key (don't forget to switch the upload type to file) and upload the image into the value box
   • If successful, the request will return a UUID. Refer to this UUID to retrieve your image
6. To test downloading images using the UUID:
   • In the target URL bar: type "http://localhost:8888/api/{UUID}" where UUID is the UUID of the photo (discard the curly brackets when type in the uuid)
   • Choose GET as the API request type
   • Make sure the request body is set as "none"
   • Click send to send the request. If successful, the result image will be display in the result box

Instructions for using the UI version with web browser

4. Navigate to "http://localhost:8888/"
5. Follow the instructions on the menu to upload and download images.