Simple Bank

A Django-based web application designed to provide basic banking functionalities like managing accounts, tracking transactions, and enabling deposits, withdrawals, and transfers. Simple Bank offers a user-friendly and secure platform for small-scale banking operations.

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Introduction

Simple Bank is a lightweight, Django-powered web application ideal for users looking to learn or manage essential banking operations. This project serves as a foundation for understanding how web frameworks and database systems can be integrated to create functional banking applications.

Purpose

• Simplify and secure basic banking operations.
• Provide transparency in financial management through transaction history.
• Offer a responsive and intuitive interface for users.

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Technologies Used

• Backend: Python, Django
• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Database: SQLite
• Authentication: Django's built-in authentication system

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Features

• Secure user authentication with session management.
• View and manage account balances.
• Perform deposits, withdrawals, and transfers between accounts.
• Access transaction history with timestamps.
• Mobile-friendly and responsive design.

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Installation

Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following installed:

• Python 3.8+ (recommended)
• Django 4.0+
• SQLite or another compatible database

Steps

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/patel-ab/simpleBank.git
   cd simpleBank

2. Create and activate a virtual environment:

   python -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate  # For Linux/macOS
   venv\Scripts\activate   # For Windows

3. Install dependencies:

   pip install Django
   pip install djangorestframework
   pip install django-cors-headers
   

4. Apply migrations to set up the database schema:

   python manage.py makemigrations
   python manage.py migrate

5. Create a superuser for administrative tasks:

   python manage.py createsuperuser

6. Start the development server:

   python manage.py runserver

7. Open your browser and navigate to http://127.0.0.1:8000/.

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Usage

Admin Panel

• Access the admin panel at http://127.0.0.1:8000/admin/ using the superuser credentials.
• Manage users, accounts, and transactions.

User Dashboard

• Users can log in to view their account details, perform transactions, and review their transaction history.

Transactions

• Deposit: Add funds to your account.
• Withdraw: Remove funds from your account.
• Transfer: Send money to another user's account.

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Future Enhancements

• Integration with third-party payment APIs.
• Email notifications for transactions.
• Support for multiple currencies.

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License

This project is open-source and available under the MIT License.