Decentralized Storage System

This is a decentralized file storage system that enables chunked file uploads and retrieval using IPFS. The project consists of two services: a backend (NestJS) and a frontend (Next.js).

Features

• Chunked File Upload: Supports uploading large files in chunks.
• IPFS Integration: Stores and retrieves files using IPFS.

Requirements

• Ports 3000 (frontend) and 3002 (backend) should be free.

Installation and Setup

Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/harshsoni-harsh/d-storage-system
cd d-storage-system

set .env for backend as PORT=3002

Development Setup

1. Install Dependencies:

   cd backend
   npm install
   cd ../frontend
   npm install

2. Run Backend:

   cd backend
   npm run start:dev

3. Run Frontend:

   cd frontend
   npm run dev

4. Access the application:

   • Frontend: http://localhost:3000
   • Backend: http://localhost:3002

5. Upload Files

   • Open the frontend at http://localhost:3000.
   • Select a file to upload.
   • After the upload is completed, a CID (Content Identifier) will be displayed.

Current progress

• File Handling: The project supports file storage and retrieval over IPFS in a local network environment.
• File Size: Currently, only small-sized files are supported. Large file uploads require additional chunking and handling mechanisms.
• Incentivization: Incentivization models for storage providers are yet to be implemented.
• Storage Management: Storage management and optimization are pending configuration.