Pokedex Project

A modern Pokedex web application built with Node.js, Express.js, and React.js, utilizing the PokeAPI to display data on all your favorite Pokémon.

Table of Contents

• Features
• Installation
• Technologies Used
• License
• Acknowledgments
• Contributing

Features

• Browse Pokémon: View the Pokémon list.
• Search Functionality: Search for Pokémon by name.
• Detailed View: Click on a Pokémon to see detailed information.
• Responsive Design: Works on both desktop and mobile devices.

Installation

Prerequisites

• Node.js: Version 16.x is recommended.

Backend Setup

1. Navigate to the Backend Directory:

   cd backend

2. Install Dependencies:

   npm install

3. Start the Backend Server:

   node server.js

   The backend server will run on http://localhost:5000.

Frontend Setup

1. Open a New Terminal Window and Navigate to Frontend:

   cd frontend

2. Install Dependencies:

   npm install

3. Start the Frontend Development Server:

   npm start

   The frontend application will open in your default browser at http://localhost:3000.

   Note: If port 3000 is occupied, you will be prompted to run on another port.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: React.js, Axios, React Router DOM
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js, Axios, CORS
• API: PokeAPI

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Acknowledgments

• Data provided by PokeAPI, licensed under the PokeAPI License.
• Pokémon and Pokémon character names are trademarks of Nintendo.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please fork the repository and submit a pull request for any enhancements.