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Rahul Ranjan

URL Shortener

Developed a URL shortener service with functionalities to shorten, redirect, and track URLs.

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Project Overview

The goal of this project was to develop a comprehensive URL management system within a MERN (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) stack. The system comprises a frontend and a backend, allowing users to shorten long URLs into concise, shareable links, while also providing tracking capabilities to monitor click statistics. The focus was on creating a user-friendly interface and ensuring smooth interaction between frontend and backend.

Development Approach

The project was developed using agile methodologies, focusing on collaborative and iterative development. The backend, created with Express.js and MongoDB, handles URL storage and management efficiently. The frontend, built with Next.js and React, offers a modern and responsive user interface for seamless interaction.

Important Features

The system features URL shortening to convert lengthy URLs into concise, shareable links, and click tracking to monitor the number of visits each short URL receives. The user-friendly interface ensures easy URL management, and the responsive design guarantees compatibility across various devices. Security measures are robust to protect user data, and the backend's scalable architecture ensures it can handle increasing volumes of URL data efficiently.

Tools Used For Backend Development

TypeScript
Node.js
Express.js
MongoDB

Tools Used For Frontend Development

JavaScript
Next.js
React.js

Tools Used For DevOps

Docker
Nginx
Amazon Web Services (EC2, AWS Amplify)
Vercel