MediaHeaven

About the Project

MediaHeaven is an interactive web application designed to elevate your movie-watching experience. Effortlessly browse through a rich catalog of films, complete with detailed information such as plot summaries, release dates, and cast members, all powered by an external API. A standout feature of MediaHeaven is the ability for registered users to create and manage personalized watchlists, helping you track and organize the films you want to see. Built on a robust foundation of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for front-end development, MediaHeaven utilizes Node.js for backend operations and MySQL for secure data storage.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Movie Catalog: Access a vast database of films through an integrated API.
• Personalized Watchlists: Create and manage custom lists of movies to watch.
• User Accounts: Secure registration and login for a personalized experience.
• Detailed Movie Information: In-depth details about each film, including plot, cast, and crew.
• User-Friendly Interface: An intuitive and visually appealing design for an enjoyable experience.

Development Process

The development of MediaHeaven was a collaborative effort that spanned various technologies. The front-end was crafted using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring a visually appealing and user-friendly interface. Node.js was pivotal in managing server-side operations, including API integration, user authentication, and database interactions. MySQL was selected as the database system to securely store user data and watchlist information.

Challenges and Solutions

Challenge 1: Hosting the website along with its database was a major obstacle. GitHub's limitations on server-side applications necessitated the exploration of alternative hosting options.
Solution: Hostinger was found to be a suitable solution; however, budget limitations restricted its use. For now, users must download and run the project locally to access it.

Challenge 2: Managing back-end logic was another significant challenge. Writing efficient server-side code required extensive trial-and-error, debugging, and careful flowcharting of the application's logic.
Solution: These efforts ultimately improved the system's robustness and ensured smooth functionality.

Technologies Used

• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript
• Node.js
• MySQL