MERN Stack Bookstore Application Tutorial

Introduction

• MERN Stack: Combines MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js.
• Goal: Build a basic bookstore project.
• Instructor: Mohammed Taheri, a full-stack developer.

Prerequisites

• Knowledge Required: Basic JavaScript and React.
• Tools Needed:
  • Node.js installed on your computer.
  • Code editor (e.g., VS Code).
  • Browser (e.g., Chrome).

Project Setup

1. Create Project Folder: bookstore-mernstack.
2. Folder Structure:
   • Create two subfolders: backend and frontend.
   • Create .gitignore and README.md files.

Initialize Backend

1. Open terminal in the backend folder.
2. Run the following commands:
   • npm init -y (Initialize package.json)
   • Install dependencies:
     • npm install express nodemon
3. Configure package.json: Add `