Dating App Readme

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Features
3. Installation
4. Usage
5. Contributing
6. License

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Introduction

Welcome to the Dating App! This open-source project aims to provide a platform for people to connect, build meaningful relationships, and find companionship. Whether you are a developer looking to contribute to an exciting project or someone looking to set up your own dating app, this README will guide you through the installation, usage, and contribution processes.

Note: This is a basic dating app template and does not include any real user data or advanced matching algorithms. It's intended for educational purposes and as a starting point for building your own dating app.

Features

1. User Authentication

• User registration and login using email and password.
• Secure password hashing for user data protection.
• Profile management with the ability to edit personal information and upload photos.

2. User Matching

• Basic matching algorithm to connect users based on common interests.
• Swipe functionality for users to indicate interest or disinterest in potential matches.
• Real-time chat feature for users who mutually like each other.

3. User Interaction

• User profiles with detailed information and photo galleries.
• User-friendly interface for easy navigation and interaction.
• Notifications for new messages and mutual likes.

4. Admin Panel

• Admin dashboard for monitoring user activity.
• Ability to manage reported profiles and inappropriate content.
• User banning and moderation features.

Installation

Follow these steps to set up the Dating App on your local development environment:

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/franconeilglovasa/dating-app.git
   

2. Navigate to the Project Directory

   cd dating-app
   

3. Install Dependencies

   npm install
   

4. Configure Environment Variables

   Create a .env file in the root directory and add the necessary environment variables. You can find an example in the .env.example file.

5. Database Setup

   • Set up a database (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
   • Update the database connection information in the .env file.

6. Start the Application

   npm start
   

The application should now be running locally. You can access it at http://localhost:4200 in your web browser.

Usage

User Registration

1. Open the app in your web browser.
2. Click on the "Register" button to create a new account.
3. Fill out the registration form with your email and password.
4. Complete your profile by adding your personal information and photos.

User Matching

1. Browse through the list of profiles by swiping left (dislike) or right (like).
2. If both you and another user like each other, you'll be matched.
3. You can start a chat with your matched users by clicking on their profiles and using the chat feature.

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the open-source community! If you'd like to contribute to the Dating App project, please follow these guidelines:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
3. Make your changes and submit a pull request.
4. Follow the code of conduct and contribute in a respectful and constructive manner.

License

The Dating App is open-source software released under the MIT License. Feel free to use, modify, and distribute it according to the terms of the license.

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Thank you for choosing the Dating App as your project or for contributing to our community. We hope this README helps you get started with the application. If you have any questions or encounter issues, please refer to our issue tracker for assistance. Happy dating!