To-Do List Application

Description

The To-Do List Application is a web-based tool built using Node.js, Express.js, EJS, and MongoDB. This application allows you to create, manage, and track your to-do tasks. With a user-friendly interface, you can easily add, complete, and delete tasks, making it a convenient tool for organizing your daily activities.

Prerequisites

Before you run the application, you have the option to set up the database either locally or using MongoDB Atlas. Choose one of the following options:

Option 1: Local MongoDB Setup

If you prefer to run the database locally, follow these steps:

1. Ensure you have MongoDB installed on your machine.

2. Create a local MongoDB database and note the connection details.

3. Replace the MongoDB connection string in app.js with the following:

   mongoose.connect("mongodb://localhost:27017/todoListDB");

Option 2: MongoDB Atlas Setup

For a cloud-based setup, follow these steps:

1. Create a MongoDB Atlas account and set up a cluster.

2. Create a .env file in the project root directory with the following environment variables:

   MONGODB_USERNAME=yourMongoDBUsername
   MONGODB_PASSWORD=yourMongoDBPassword
   

Getting Started

1. Clone this repository to your local machine.

2. Open a terminal using Git Bash and navigate to the root directory of the project.

3. Install the project dependencies:

   npm install

4. Run the application:

   npm start

5. Access the To-Do List application in your web browser by visiting http://localhost:3000.

Features

• View Tasks: See your existing tasks on the to-do list.

• Add Task: Add new tasks to your to-do list by typing the task name in the input field and clicking the "+" button.

• Complete Task: Mark tasks as completed by checking the checkbox next to each task.

• Delete Task: Delete tasks from your to-do list by clicking the checkbox.