Biendata-Backend

Biendata-Backend serves as the server-side component of the Biendata project, facilitating data processing, API endpoints, and database interactions to support the visualization of plant species distributions.

Features

• API Endpoints: Offers RESTful APIs to retrieve species data, range maps, and observation details.
• Data Processing: Manages data transformations for efficient querying and visualization.
• Database Integration: Interfaces with the database to store and retrieve species information.
• Download Support: Provides downloadable files, including observations, traits, and range shapefiles.

Prerequisites

Ensure the following are installed:

• Node.js: Version 14 or higher
• npm: Version 6 or higher
• Database: A compatible database system (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL)

Getting Started

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/EnquistLab/Biendata-Backend.git
   cd Biendata-Backend

2. Install Dependencies:

   npm install

3. Configure Environment Variables: Create a .env file in the root directory with the following content:

   DATABASE_URL=your_database_url
   PORT=3001

4. Start the Application:

   npm run dev

Technologies Used

• Backend Framework: Node.js with Express.js
• Database: PostgreSQL
• Environment Management: dotenv