Real-Time E-Commerce Bookstore with Online Payment

🧸 This project is a real-time e-commerce bookstore that allows users to buy and sell books seamlessly. It leverages real-time database updates, secure online payments, and an intuitive user experience to ensure a smooth transaction process between sellers and customers. The aesthetic and user-friendly UI is designed with responsive layouts, visually appealing elements, and intuitive navigation, enhancing user engagement and satisfaction.

Tech Stack
🌸 Frontend:
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, FontAwesome for UI design

🌸 Backend:
Node.js & Express.js for handling API requests, Firebase Authentication for user login, Firebase Storage (Cloud Storage) for book images, Firebase Firestore for real-time CRUD operations

🌸 Payment Integration:
Stripe API (Visa card support, third-party payment holding system)

Key Features
🔹 Real-Time Bookstore System – Instant updates for inventory, cart, and order status
🔹 Secure Stripe Payment Integration – Customers’ payments are held in escrow until they confirm the book is received
🔹 Seller Dashboard – Manage book listings, track orders, and view customer ratings
🔹 Customer Features – Browse and add books to the cart, place orders, track purchases, and leave ratings
🔹 User Authentication – Secure login system for both customers and sellers