iGames (infinity_Games)

Overview

iGames (infinity_Games) is a feature-rich web application built using modern web development technologies. It is designed to offer users a smooth and dynamic gaming platform experience. This project is powered by a PHP backend, a MySQL database, and is styled using Bootstrap 5. JavaScript, HTML, and CSS bring the interface to life, while APIs like Google and WhatsApp add additional functionality.

Features

• Responsive UI: Designed with Bootstrap 5 for seamless responsiveness across devices.
• Database: MySQL used to store user data, game stats, and other information.
• API Integration: Integrated with Google API and WhatsApp API for added functionalities.
• Special MySQL Connection for Mac: Includes a unique MySQL connection file tailored for MacBook users to handle database connections efficiently.
• Interactive UI: Dynamic and interactive elements using JavaScript.

Technologies Used

• Backend: PHP
• Database: MySQL
• Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap 5, JavaScript
• APIs: Google API, WhatsApp API
• Custom Mac Support: Special MySQL connection script for MacBook users

Installation

Prerequisites

• PHP (version 7.4 or higher)
• MySQL (version 5.7 or higher)
• Composer (for managing PHP dependencies)
• npm (optional, for frontend dependencies)

Steps

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/malinduwmp/iGames.git
   cd iGames

2. Set up the database:

   • Import the provided SQL schema located in repo/database/schema.sql into your MySQL database.
   • Create a .env file based on the .env.example file and configure your database credentials.

3. Install dependencies:

   composer install

4. For Mac users:

   • Use the special MySQL connection script in repo/mysql/mac_mysql_connection.php to ensure proper database connectivity.

5. Start the PHP development server:

   php -S localhost:8000

6. Access the application by visiting http://localhost:8000 in your browser.

Usage

1. User Registration/Login: Users can sign up, log in, and manage their profiles.
2. Game Play: Enjoy a variety of games available in the platform.
3. APIs: Use the integrated Google and WhatsApp APIs for enhanced communication and gameplay features.

Folder Structure

• /repo/resources: Contains the application logo and other media resources.
• /repo/mysql: Includes the special MySQL connection files for MacBook users.
• /repo/database: SQL schema and migration files.
• /repo/public: Frontend resources like CSS, JS, and images.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you'd like to contribute to iGames, please fork the repository and create a pull request.

1. Fork the repo.
2. Create a branch for your feature.
3. Commit your changes.
4. Push to the branch.
5. Create a new Pull Request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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Made with 💻 by Malindu Prabod