This README file provides general information about my e-commerce site and explains its basic operations. It serves as a guide for developers and contributors to understand the project structure, functionality, and how to get started. https://khareedoo.netlify.app/
This e-commerce site is an online platform that allows users to browse and purchase a wide range of products conveniently. It offers a user-friendly interface, secure payment options, and efficient order processing.
- User Registration: Users can create an account, providing their necessary information to access personalized features and track their orders.
- Product Catalog: A comprehensive catalog displays various products with detailed information such as images, descriptions, pricing, and customer reviews.
- Shopping Cart: Users can add products to their shopping cart, review the cart, and proceed to checkout for payment.
- Payment Gateway: Integration with popular payment gateways allows secure and convenient payment transactions.
- Order Management: Users can view and track their orders, including order history and shipment status.
- Search Functionality: Users can search for products by category, keywords, or specific attributes.
- User Reviews and Ratings: Users can leave reviews and ratings for products, providing feedback and helping other users make informed decisions.
To run the e-commerce site locally and contribute to its development, follow these steps:
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Prerequisites: Make sure you have the following software installed on your system:
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Installation:
- Clone the repository:
git clone <repository-url>
- Install dependencies:
npm install
- Clone the repository:
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Configuration:
- Update database connection settings in the configuration file (
config.js
or similar) according to your local setup. - Customize other settings like payment gateway integration, email notifications.
- Update database connection settings in the configuration file (
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Database Setup:
- Create a new database in your database software.
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Start the Application:
- Run the development server:
npm start
- Access the application in your browser at
http://localhost:3000
- Run the development server:
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Usage and Testing:
- Browse the site, register an account, add products to the cart, and test various features.
- Use the provided test accounts for admin functionality, if available.
We welcome contributions from the community to enhance our e-commerce site. To contribute, please follow these steps:
- Fork the repository.
- Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
- Make your changes and ensure they are well-tested.
- Commit your changes and push them to your forked repository.
- Submit a pull request, describing your changes in detail.
This site is still under development, all suggestions and insights are welcome.