Paul Bailey
18e1e03bfc
- Add better error messages for authentication failures - Display warning in ReportForm when user is not signed in - Update documentation with authentication requirements - Improve error handling in reportService.uploadPhoto() This helps users understand they need to be signed in to upload photos.
Beach Litter Mapping API
Backend API server for the Beach Litter Mapping Platform.
Setup
- Install dependencies:
cd server
npm install
- Configure environment variables:
cp .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your configuration
- Set up the database:
npm run prisma:generate
npm run prisma:migrate
- Start the development server:
npm run dev
The API will be available at http://localhost:3000
API Endpoints
Reports
POST /api/reports/upload- Upload a photo (requires auth)POST /api/reports- Create a new report (requires auth)GET /api/reports- Get all reports (with optional filters)GET /api/reports/:id- Get a single reportDELETE /api/reports/:id- Delete a report (requires auth, owner only)
Health Check
GET /health- Server health status
Environment Variables
See .env.example for required environment variables.
Database
The API uses MySQL 8.0+ with Prisma ORM. Connection details are configured in the .env file.
Authentication
Authentication is handled by Clerk. Protected endpoints require a Bearer token in the Authorization header.