CampusStay: Your Home Away from Home

CampusStay is a full-stack web application designed to provide a seamless and efficient platform for campus hosting services. Whether you're a student looking for temporary accommodation or a host willing to offer a warm and welcoming space, CampusStay connects people in the campus community to create a home away from home experience.

Features

1. User Authentication

• Secure user authentication system with email verification.
• Easily sign up or log in using your email and password.

2. Host Registration

• Hosts can create detailed profiles, showcasing their available rooms and hospitality features.
• Upload high-quality images and provide descriptions to attract potential guests.

3. Room Listings

• Browse through a variety of room listings based on your preferences and budget.
• View detailed information about each room, including amenities, pricing, and availability.

4. Booking System

• Seamless booking process with a calendar view to check room availability.
• Secure payment system for hassle-free transactions.

5. Messaging

• Real-time messaging between guests and hosts for effective communication.
• Discuss details, ask questions, and coordinate check-in/check-out times.

6. Reviews and Ratings

• Leave and read reviews to ensure a trustworthy and reliable community.
• Rate your experience and provide feedback to help others make informed decisions.

Technologies Used

• Frontend:

  • React.js
  • Bootstrap for responsive design

• Backend:

  • Node.js with Express for the server
  • MongoDB as the database using Mongoose for ODM
  • Auth0 for secure authentication
  • Cloudinary for efficient storage and retrieval of host images.

Getting Started

1. Clone the repository:

2. Install dependencies: cd campusstay npm install

3. Set up environment variables:

• Create a .env file in the root directory with the necessary configuration (database connection, secret keys, etc.).

4. Run the application: npm start

Visit http://localhost:3000 in your web browser to access the CampusStay application.

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community!

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Acknowledgments

• Special thanks to the open-source community for their valuable contributions.

Thank you for choosing CampusStay! We hope your experience with our platform is enjoyable and enriching. Happy hosting and staying!