Crafitori: Handmade Crafts Marketplace

Crafitori is an online marketplace designed for buying and selling handmade, high-quality crafted goods. It connects skilled craftspeople with customers who appreciate unique, artisanal products. The platform is inspired by marketplaces like Etsy, with a focus on showcasing the craftsmanship behind each item.

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Features

User Features

• Browse Products: Explore a wide range of handmade items, including furniture, decor, and more.
• Search and Filter: Easily find products by category, material, price range, or artisan.
• Product Reviews: Read and write reviews for items to help others make informed decisions.
• Secure Payments: Pay using secure methods, including PayPal and credit/debit cards.
• Wishlist: Save your favorite items for future purchases.

Artisan Features

• Create a Shop: Register as a seller and set up your personalized storefront.
• Product Management: Add, update, or remove listings, complete with images and descriptions.
• Order Management: View and manage incoming orders efficiently.
• Sales Insights: Track sales and revenue through detailed analytics.

Admin Features

• User Management: Monitor and manage user accounts (buyers and sellers).
• Product Approval: Approve or reject product listings to ensure quality.
• Analytics Dashboard: Access platform-wide statistics for growth tracking.

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Tech Stack

Backend

• Framework: Django (with Django REST Framework for API endpoints).
• Database: PostgreSQL for secure and scalable data storage.
• Caching: Redis for performance optimization, including autocomplete and popular items.

Frontend

• Framework: React for a responsive and dynamic user experience.
• Styling: Tailwind CSS for sleek and modern design.

Deployment

• Server: Nginx and Gunicorn for serving the application.
• Hosting: Deployed on AWS cloud platform

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Installation and Setup

Prerequisites

• Python 3.10+
• Node.js and npm
• PostgreSQL
• Redis

Backend Setup

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/hakimsmox/crafitori.git
   cd crafitori/backend

2. Install dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Set up environment variables:
   • Create a .env file with:

     SECRET_KEY=your_secret_key
     DEBUG=True
     DATABASE_URL=your_database_url
     REDIS_URL=your_redis_url

4. Run database migrations:

   python manage.py migrate

5. Start the development server:

   python manage.py runserver

Frontend Setup

1. Navigate to the frontend directory:

   cd ../frontend

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Start the development server:

   npm run dev

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Contribution Guidelines

We welcome contributions from developers and designers! Here’s how you can help:

1. Fork the repository and create a new branch:

   git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

2. Make your changes and test thoroughly.
3. Submit a pull request with a detailed description of your changes.

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Roadmap

Future Features

• Mobile App: Launch a mobile version for iOS and Android.
• Language Support: Add multilingual support for global accessibility.
• Personalized Recommendations: Implement AI-driven recommendations based on user preferences.
• Community Features: Enable artisans to blog and share crafting tutorials.

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License

Crafitori is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

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Connect With Us

Feel free to connect with our team for any queries, suggestions, or feedback:

• Abdeljalil Ouafi: - abdeljalilouafi55@gmail.com
• Soukaina Megdani: - megdani20soukaina@gmail.com