E-Commerce Platform Flask

Welcome to an overview of our robust E-Commerce platform built with Flask! This application offers a wide range of features to facilitate smooth shopping experiences for both customers and administrators. Let's delve into its capabilities, technologies used, upcoming enhancements, and how to get started.

Features Implemented

• Filtering: Users can conveniently filter products by categories and brands.
• Pagination: Seamless navigation through pages of product listings.
• Shopping Cart Functionality: Add, edit, and remove items from the cart effortlessly.
• Admin Panel: Comprehensive dashboard for managing products, brands, and categories.
• User Authentication: Register and log in securely as a customer.
• Product Details Page: Detailed information about each product.

Technologies Used

• Python: Backend logic and server-side scripting.
• Flask: Microframework for web development.
• SQLite3: Lightweight database for storing product information.
• HTML, CSS, Bootstrap: Frontend design and styling.
• JavaScript: Enhancing interactivity and user experience.

To-Do List

Our journey doesn't stop here. We're continuously working on improving and expanding the platform. Here are some upcoming features and enhancements:

• Individual Carts: Implement separate carts for each customer.
• Search Functionality: Enable users to search for products easily.
• Payment System Integration: Introduce a secure payment gateway.
• Customer Registration Verification: Enhance security with verification mechanisms.
• Enhanced Product Details: Include more images and detailed descriptions.
• User Management: Streamline user accounts and session management.
• UI Improvements: Add carousels and other UI enhancements for better aesthetics and usability.

Screenshots

Let's visualize some key screens of our platform:

1. Home Page

   

2. Product Details Screen

   

3. Cart Screen

   

4. Admin Home Page

   

5. Admin Panel: Add Product

   

6. Admin Panel: Edit/Remove Brand

   

Installation and Usage

You can easily set up and run our application locally by following these steps:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/ufs8889/E-Commerce-Flask.git

2. Create and activate a virtual environment:

   python -m venv env
   .\env\Scripts\Activate.ps1

3. Navigate to the project directory and install dependencies:

   cd E-Commerce-Flask
   pip install -r requirements.txt

4. Run the application:

   python app.py

5. Open your browser and visit http://127.0.0.1:5000/ to start exploring the platform.

Docker Deployment

To deploy the application using Docker, follow these steps:

1. Build the Docker image:

   docker build --tag ecomm_docker .

2. Run the Docker container:

   docker run -d -p 5000:5000 ecomm_docker

3. Access the application through http://127.0.0.1:5000/ in your browser.

Conclusion

Our Flask-based E-Commerce platform provides a solid foundation for online retail operations. With an array of features and planned enhancements, we aim to deliver an exceptional shopping experience to our users. Whether you're a customer exploring products or an administrator managing the platform, we've got you covered. Join us on this journey as we continue to evolve and innovate in the world of E-Commerce. Happy shopping!