Cloud-Based File Sharing System
About This Project
A cloud-based file sharing system that allows users to upload, store, share, and collaborate on files. Features include file upload with drag-and-drop, folder organization, shareable links, access controls, version history, and file preview.
Key Features
- Drag-and-drop file upload
- Folder organization and management
- Shareable links with expiry
- Access control and permissions
- File version history
- File preview for documents/images
- Storage usage tracking
- File search and filtering
How It's Built
Design the Database Schema
Create MongoDB collections for users, files, folders, shares, and versions. Use Mongoose schemas with references.
Integrate Cloud Storage
Use Cloudinary or AWS S3 for file storage. Implement upload, download, and file management operations.
Build the Backend API
Set up Node.js with Express. Create endpoints for file upload, folder management, sharing, and version control.
Build the React Frontend
Create a file manager interface with drag-and-drop upload, folder navigation, and file preview.
Implement Sharing System
Build shareable link generation with expiry and access controls. Implement permission-based file access.
Add Version Control
Implement file versioning with upload history. Allow users to view and restore previous versions.
Deploy and Test
Deploy to cloud hosting with storage integration. Test file upload, sharing, versioning, and access controls.
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