Building a Full-Stack CMS with React, Node.js, and MongoDB
Project Overview
This project involved designing and building a full-stack content management system (CMS) using React.js for the frontend, Node.js with Express.js for the backend API, and MongoDB as the database. The goal was to develop a responsive web application that allowed me to create, edit, and manage a variety of content seamlessly.
I started by crafting the React frontend, focusing on creating reusable components and managing state efficiently to deliver a smooth user experience. The interface includes forms for submitting content, lists for displaying posts, and intuitive navigation for easy browsing.
On the backend, I designed RESTful API endpoints using Express.js that enable CRUD operations for posts and users. MongoDB, paired with Mongoose, was used to store and validate data, simplifying interactions with the database.
To connect the frontend and backend, I implemented asynchronous fetch requests with proper response handling to ensure real-time data updates and robust error management. Authentication and authorization were integrated to secure content management features and protect user data.
Throughout development, I gained valuable experience with full-stack JavaScript, API design, database modeling, and asynchronous programming. This project demonstrated the use of different applications by smoothly integrating multiple technologies while delivering a user-friendly interface.
Ongoing Work
I am still adding to this post as I am continuously adding features and refining the CMS. You can check out the current version live at boiledtaco.netlify.app.