🎉 Event Management Platform

Welcome to the Event Management Platform – a comprehensive, MERN stack-powered solution that simplifies event creation, ticket sales, attendee management, and event analytics tracking. Whether you’re organizing a small gathering or a large conference, our platform has everything you need for successful event management!

🚀 Features

• Create & Customize Events
  Design events with unique details, descriptions, and images for each event page.

• Ticket Sales & Management
  Sell tickets directly on the platform with built-in options for ticket types, pricing, and quantity controls.

• Attendee Management
  Keep track of attendees, view attendee lists, and manage attendee details effortlessly.

• Send Invitations
  Easily send customized email invitations to guests directly from the platform.

• Event Analytics
  Track key metrics like ticket sales, attendee counts, and other analytics to optimize your events.

🌐 Tech Stack

• Frontend: React.js with TailwindCSS
• Backend: Node.js & Express.js
• Database: MongoDB
• Authentication: JSON Web Tokens (JWT)
• Payments: Integrated payment gateway (e.g., Stripe)

📥 Installation & Setup

To get the platform up and running locally, follow these steps:

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/nishitsaha52/PlanIt.git
   cd PlantIt

2. Install Dependencies

   # Install backend dependencies
   cd server
   npm install
   
   # Install frontend dependencies
   cd ../client
   npm install

3. Set Up Environment Variables
   Add environment variables in .env for server and client configuration:

   SERVER_PORT=5000
   DB_URI=your_mongodb_uri
   JWT_SECRET=your_jwt_secret
   STRIPE_API_KEY=your_stripe_key
   

4. Run the Platform

   # Start the backend server
   cd server
   npm start
   
   # Start the frontend app
   cd ../client
   npm start

5. Access the Platform
   Go to http://localhost:3000 to explore your Event Management Platform!

🔍 Usage

1. Create Your Event
   Add event details, ticket options, and upload media to create an engaging event page.

2. Manage Attendees
   View, add, or remove attendees as your event progresses.

3. Track Analytics
   Get insights into ticket sales, attendees, and more to make data-driven event decisions.

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