Transcendence

Project Overview

Transcendence is a remote Pong website featuring a robust backend built with Django and a dynamic frontend utilizing JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, including the THREE.js library. The application is designed for seamless gameplay and interaction, offering various user features and functionalities.

Architecture

• Backend: Django
• Frontend: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, THREE.js
• Web Server: Nginx (for TLS, reverse proxy, and serving static files)
• Database: PostgreSQL
• Containerization: Docker (using Docker Compose)

Features

• User Management: Registration, login, and profile management.
• Chat System: Real-time chat functionality for users.
• Friends System: Add, remove, block, and unfriend users.
• Active Status: Display user activity in real time.
• HTTPS Protocol: Secure communication over the network.
• Translations: Support for multiple languages.
• Game Modes:
  • 1v1 Local Game
  • 1v1 Remote Game
  • Remote Tournament System with Matchmaking
  • Multiplayer Remote Game (up to 8 players)
  • Versus AI with 4 difficulty levels (one found in tournaments)

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Docker must be installed on your machine.

Running the Application

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone <repository-url>
   cd transcendence

2. Use the provided Makefile to run the server:

   make

Clearing Up

• To remove temporary files and resources, run:

  make clean

• To clear all resources, including Docker volumes, use:

  make annihilate