Examts - A Test Environment Platform

Overview

The Test Environment Platform is a comprehensive solution designed for creating, managing, and conducting online tests. It allows users to create tests, answer questions, and submit their responses while ensuring a seamless and user-friendly experience. The platform is built with modern web technologies and is equipped with various features like test instructions, time management, and post-test result notifications.

Features

• User Authentication: Secure login and registration for users.
• Test Creation: Admins can create tests with a set of questions, options, and marks allocation.
• Real-time Test Management: Users can start, navigate, and submit tests with features like marking questions for review and time tracking.
• Video Preview and Monitoring: Users have a video preview option for added security and monitoring during the test.
• Responsive Design: The platform is fully responsive, ensuring a seamless experience across different devices.
• Automated Grading: A cron job automatically grades submissions, calculates marks, and notifies users via email.
• Test Instructions: Clear guidelines and instructions provided before starting the test.
• Full-Screen Mode: Tests are conducted in full-screen mode to prevent distractions and ensure focus.
• Submission and Results: Users receive their results via email after the test is graded.

Real Time Email

Project Technologies

• Frontend: Built with React.js, it provides a dynamic and responsive user interface.
• Backend: Developed with Node.js and Express, it handles API requests, authentication, and data management.
• Database: MongoDB is used for data storage, ensuring scalability and flexibility.
• Email Notifications: Nodemailer and Pug are used for sending beautifully designed emails.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js: Ensure you have Node.js installed on your system. you just need node as everything else had been already set up for you!!

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/0ujjwal0/examts-CipherSchools_assignment.git

2. Install dependencies:

   cd frontend
   npm i
   npm start

   open a new terminal or split terminal

   cd backend
   npm i
   npm start

3. Set up environment variables: .env file is already added as the environment variable.

4. To see the API documentation: after running the project go to this link-> http://localhost:5000/api-docs

Usage

1. Login or Register: Users must log in or register to access the platform.
2. Start a Test: Navigate to the test page, review instructions, and begin the test.
3. Answer Questions: Select answers, mark questions for review, and submit the test when done.
4. Receive Results: Users will receive their test results via email after grading.

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community. If you find a bug or have a feature request, please create an issue or submit a pull request.

Contact

For any queries or support, feel free to contact us at ujjwalsangwan2003@example.com.