CareerSetGo

Overview

CareerSetGo is a project that integrates Django Rest Framework (DRF) with a React frontend, providing a robust platform for career-related functionalities.

Installation Guide

Prerequisites

Before installing the project, ensure you have the following installed:

• Python: Version 3.8 or higher
• Node.js: Version 14 or higher
• Django: Version 4.2 or 5.0
• npm: Node package manager

Clone the Repository:

git clone https://github.com/taralshah09/CareerSetGo.git

Creating a Virtual Environment (for Django)

It is recommended to install Django and DRF within a virtual environment. Follow these steps based on your operating system:

On Windows:

python -m venv env
env\Scripts\activate

On Mac/Linux:

python3 -m venv env
source env/bin/activate

Installing Django and Django REST Framework

Once your virtual environment is activated, install Django and DRF using pip:

cd backend
pip install -r requirements.txt

Setting Up the Backend

Add DRF and CORS Headers to Installed Apps:

Open settings.py in your Django project and add the following to INSTALLED_APPS:

Run Migrations:

python manage.py migrate

How to Run the Frontend

Navigate to the Frontend Directory:

cd frontend

Install the Necessary Packages:

npm install

Start the Development Server:

npm run dev

Running the Backend

To run the backend server, navigate to the backend directory and use:

python manage.py runserver