Digital Outpass System

Overview

The Digital Outpass System is a MERN stack-based web application that automates outpass requests in educational institutions. It streamlines the process for students, teachers, and security personnel, ensuring secure and efficient approvals with QR-based verification.

Features

Student Portal

• Login/Register as a student.
• Apply for an outpass request with reason and timing.
• Check application status (Pending, Approved, Rejected).
• Receive a QR code upon approval, containing a unique key for verification at the security checkpoint.

Teacher Portal

• Login as a teacher.
• View all pending requests from students.
• Approve or Reject outpass requests.

Security Portal

• Login as security personnel.
• Scan the QR code provided by the student.
• Verify the key to allow or deny exit.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React.js, React Router, Material-UI (MUI)
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: MongoDB
• Libraries: Axios, QRCode.react, Mongoose
• Authentication: JSON Web Token (JWT)

Installation & Setup

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Sanju310104/Digital-Outpass-for-University.git
   cd DigitalOutpass

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Start the backend server:

   cd server
   npm start

4. Start the frontend:

   cd client
   npm run dev

5. Open the app in your browser at http://localhost:5173.

API Endpoints

Student Routes

• POST /api/students/login - Student login
• POST /api/students/apply-outpass - Apply for an outpass
• GET /api/students/status/:id - Check request status

Teacher Routes

• POST /api/teachers/login - Teacher login
• GET /api/teachers/requests - View all requests
• PUT /api/teachers/approve/:id - Approve an outpass
• PUT /api/teachers/reject/:id - Reject an outpass

Security Routes

• POST /api/security/login - Security login
• POST /api/security/verify - Scan QR and verify key

Future Enhancements

• Email/SMS Notifications for status updates.
• Mobile App Integration for better accessibility.