task-manager

a simple task manager

Server Setup Guide

This README provides detailed instructions on how to set up and run the server for this project. The server relies on a MySQL database and specific environment settings defined in a .env file.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, ensure you have the following installed:

• Node.js: Node.js runtime environment.
• npm: Comes with Node.js, but you can check npm's installation guide if needed.
• MySQL: Database system used by the server. Installation guides can be found on the MySQL official website.

Setup Instructions

Follow these steps carefully to ensure a successful setup of the server environment and the database.

Step 1: Create the MySQL Database

Before launching the server, create the MySQL database:

1. Log into your MySQL environment (using MySQL Workbench, command line, or another tool).
2. Execute the following SQL command to create a new database:

   CREATE DATABASE taskmanager;

3. Ensure the MySQL server is running.

Step 2: Configure Environment Variables

Create a .env file in the root directory of the project and add the following environment variables:

plaintextCopy code

MYSQL_HOST=127.0.0.1 MYSQL_USER=user MYSQL_PASSWORD=password PORT=3000 TOKEN_KEY=ASDF MYSQL_DATABASE=taskmanager

Important: For security, ensure to change the MYSQL_PASSWORD and TOKEN_KEY values before deploying in a production environment.

Step 3: Install Dependencies

Open your terminal, navigate to the project directory, and run the following command to install all necessary dependencies:

bashCopy code

npm install

Step 4: Run the Server

After setting up the database and installing all dependencies, start the server by running:

bashCopy code

node server

The server will launch and listen on the port specified in your .env file (3000 by default). Access the server at http://localhost:3000.

The server will launch and listen on the port specified in your .env file (3000 by default). Access the server at http://localhost:3000.