Doctor's Appointment Web Application (MERN Stack) :hospital: :computer:

Project Overview :sparkles:

This full-stack web application allows patients to book appointments with doctors in a seamless and efficient way. Built using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js), the app offers an intuitive interface for both patients and doctors, enabling online scheduling, location-based services, and real-time appointment management.

Run Locally

Table of Contents

1. Project Overview
2. Features
3. Tech Stack
4. Installation
5. Usage
6. Contributing
7. Pull Request Guidelines
8. Code of Conduct

1. Features :rocket:

• Doctor Profiles: Browse and filter doctors by specialty, location, availability, and ratings.
• Appointment Booking: Schedule appointments for in-person or virtual consultations.
• User Authentication: Secure login and signup functionality with JWT authentication.
• Appointment Reminders: Automated email and SMS notifications for upcoming appointments.
• Consultation History: Access past appointments, prescriptions, and medical records.
• Payment Integration: Secure payment processing for consultations using Stripe (or any preferred gateway).
• Doctor Availability: Real-time scheduling based on doctor availability.
• In-App Messaging: Secure communication between patients and doctors.
• Video Consultation: Integrated telemedicine for remote consultations.
• Prescription Management: Store and access digital prescriptions for future reference.
• Multi-User Support: Manage family member profiles under one account.
• Search by Symptoms: Find doctors based on symptoms entered by patients.
• Ratings and Reviews: Leave feedback and rate doctors after consultations.

2. Tech Stack :hammer_and_wrench:

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3. Installation :gear:

Follow these steps to set up Appointment-booking-app locally:

Prerequisites :toolbox:

• Node.js (version >= 14.x)
• npm (version >= 6.x)

You can check if Node.js and npm are installed by running:

node -v
npm -v

Steps to Install Appointment-booking-app :package:

1. Clone the repository: :inbox_tray:

git clone https://github.com/<your-github-username>/Appointment-booking-app.git

2. Navigate to the project directory :open_file_folder:

cd Appointment-booking-app

3. Install the dependencies: :package:

• For Frontend:

  cd frontend
  npm install
  npm start

• For Backend:

  cd backend
  npm install
  node index.js

4.Start the application: :rocket:

npm start

4. Usage :bulb:

Once you have set up the project, you can:

• Run the development server: The app will run at http://localhost:3000/ for the frontend.
• Explore app features: Browse products, add items to the cart, and proceed to checkout.
• Test with sample data: Use provided sample data or mock APIs for testing the functionality.

5. Contributing :handshake:

We welcome contributions from everyone! If you would like to contribute to ElectroKart, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository: Click the 'Fork' button at the top right of the page to create a copy of this repository in your account.
2. Clone your fork: Use the command below to clone your forked repository to your local machine.

   git clone https://github.com/<your-github-username>/Appointment-booking-app.git

6. Pull Request Review Criteria :mag:

1. Please fill out the PR template properly when creating a pull request.
2. Assign yourself to the issue you’re working on to help us track progress.
3. Never commit to the main branch.
4. Your work must be original and adhere to the project's coding standards.
5. Comment your code where necessary for clarity.
6. Always ensure all tests pass before pushing your changes by running:

   npm run test

7. Code of Conduct :scroll:

Database: MongoDB for storing user data and appointments

APIs: Google Maps API for location services

We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all contributors and users. By participating in this project, you agree to abide by our Code of Conduct.

8.Future Enhancements :sparkles:

Notification System: Implementing email or SMS reminders for upcoming appointments.

Real-time chat feature

Our Standards :star:

1. Respect: Treat everyone with respect, regardless of their background or opinions.
2. Inclusivity: Encourage and support diverse perspectives and contributions.
3. Collaboration: Be open to constructive feedback and collaboration.
4. Professionalism: Maintain professionalism in all interactions, online and offline.