Mean Local Auth

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Starter app with local authentication, using MEAN stack (MongoDB, Express 4, AngularJS, node.js) plus Bootstrap, Redis, Nginx, and Ansible

Overview

mean-local-auth is an excellent starter application designed specifically for projects requiring local authentication, making it an essential tool for developers looking to implement user sign-up, sign-in, and password management features. With its user-friendly functionalities and real-time validation capabilities, this app simplifies the development process and ensures a seamless user experience.

The app is built using a robust stack that includes technologies like Node.js, AngularJS, and MongoDB. Its thoughtful design offers developers a solid foundation to customize and build upon, whether for individual projects or larger applications.

Features

  • User Sign-Up: Allows users to create an account by providing a unique username, email address, and a secure password that meets specified complexity requirements.
  • Real-Time Validation: Dynamically checks the availability of usernames and email addresses during sign-up, ensuring a smooth user experience without unnecessary delays.
  • Flexible Sign-In Options: Users can log in using either their username or email address, offering more accessibility.
  • Password Reset Functionality: Utilizes the password-reset-nodemailer module to send password reset links via email, following best practices for security.
  • Integrated Email Service: Leveraging AWS's Simple Email Service ensures reliable delivery of password reset emails.
  • Client-Side Validation: Validates password inputs on the client side before they are sent to the server, minimizing errors and enhancing security.
  • Clean Code Organization: Structured directories for server-side code, front-end assets, and testing facilitate ease of navigation for developers working on the app.
  • Customizable Deployment: Comes with Ansible playbooks for easy deployment of a personalized version of the app, allowing developers to tailor it to their specific needs.
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Express

Express.js is a simple Node.js framework for single, multi-page, and hybrid web applications.