Instagram Clone - Next.js

Overview

This is a full-featured social media application built using Next.js. It leverages PostgreSQL for data storage and AWS S3 for media management. The application can be set up manually or using Docker Compose for a streamlined experience.

Prerequisites

Before setting up the project, ensure you have the following installed:

• Node.js (latest LTS version recommended)
• PostgreSQL (running instance required)
• AWS S3 bucket (for media storage)
• Docker (if using the Docker-based setup)

Installation & Setup

Manual Setup

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/sidharthtripathi/instagram-nextjs

2. Navigate into the Project Directory

   cd instagram-nextjs

3. Install Dependencies

   npm install

4. Set Up Environment Variables

   • Copy .env.example to .env
   • Configure PostgreSQL and AWS S3 settings accordingly

5. Initialize the Database

   npm run db:init

6. Start the Development Server

   npm run dev

   The application will now be accessible at http://localhost:3000.

Docker-Based Setup

1. Set Up the Environment Variables

   • Copy .env.example to .env and configure it properly.

2. Start All Services Using Docker Compose

   docker-compose up -d

   This will launch the application along with the required services.