This Reddit Clone is designed to replicate the core functionalities of the popular social news platform, Reddit. It allows users to submit posts, upvote or downvote content, and engage in discussions through comments. This project leverages EJS for server-side rendering, CSS for styling, and Node.js with Express for the backend.
The application structure is centered around community interaction. Users can create accounts, join subreddits, and interact with posts and other users. The backend is built with Node.js and Express, handling routes and data management, while EJS templates render the pages dynamically.
The interface is straightforward and user-friendly, closely mimicking Reddit’s classic layout. CSS is used extensively to provide a responsive design that works on various devices. Server-side rendering with EJS offers a fast loading experience and SEO benefits, essential for a content-driven site like this.
This clone serves as a practical learning tool and a showcase of integrating multiple web technologies to create a dynamic and interactive site. It demonstrates the power of Node.js and Express in building scalable web applications that can handle real-world traffic and user interactions.