This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Siva Teja
This is a submission for the The Pinata Challenge
What I Built
I created Haiku Harmony, a web application that brings the art of haiku into the digital age. This platform allows users to create, share, and appreciate haikus, each accompanied by an image. Key features include:
- A user-friendly interface for composing and submitting haikus
- User profiles showcasing each author's haiku collection
- A search feature allowing users to find haikus by tags
- A "Hall of Fame" section highlighting the most popular haikus
What makes Haiku Harmony unique is its use of Pinata's decentralized storage solution. Each haiku and its associated image are stored on IPFS through Pinata, eliminating the need for a traditional database. This approach not only simplified the development process but also made me realize how easy it is to create a scalable application without the usual database hassles.
I developed this during my exams so excuse me for any bugs. I tested this as much as I could, so I hope you won't find any. But due to time constraints I haven't tested it as much as I would have liked.
Demo
You can see it in action at https://haikuharmony.netlify.app/
My Code
The source code is available on GitHub:
MS-Teja
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HaikuHarmony
Haiku Harmony is a web application that celebrates the art of haiku by providing a platform for users to create, share, and appreciate these brief poetic gems.
Haiku Harmony
Haiku Harmony is a web application that celebrates the art of haiku by providing a platform for users to create, share, and appreciate these brief poetic gems. Built with Vue.js and leveraging Pinata's Files API, this project combines the simplicity of haiku with the power of decentralized storage.
Live Demo
Visit Haiku Harmony: Haiku Harmony
Features
- Create and share haikus with associated images
- Browse a feed of user-submitted haikus
- Like and interact with others' creations
- Search haikus by tags
- User profiles showcasing individual collections
- A "Hall of Fame" featuring top-rated haikus
Technology Stack
- Frontend: Vue.js
- Backend: Netlify Functions
- Storage: IPFS via Pinata SDK
- Authentication & Likes: Firebase
- Hosting: Netlify
Thank you for providing that information. I'll update the README to reflect the correct environment variables and development process. Here's the revised section for local development:
Local Development
To run this project locally:
-
Clone the repository
…git clone https://github.com/MS-Teja/HaikuHarmony.git
My Journey
When I first encountered the Pinata Challenge prompt to "use Pinata" in a project, I had no idea how transformative this experience would be. As an 18-year-old student from India, I decided to create Haiku Harmony, a web application for sharing and appreciating haikus. What I discovered along the way was a revelation in web development simplicity.
The Pinata Revelation
Integrating Pinata into Haiku Harmony opened my eyes to how easy it can be to create a scalable application without the complexities of traditional databases. Here's what I learned:
Simplified Storage: Instead of setting up and managing a database, I could store haikus and images directly on IPFS through Pinata with just a few lines of code.
Effortless Retrieval: Fetching content became as simple as making API calls to Pinata's gateway. No complex queries or database management required.
Built-in Scalability: I realized that as Haiku Harmony grows, I won't need to worry about database scaling. Pinata's decentralized storage can handle increased load without additional configuration.
Reduced Backend Complexity: Without a traditional database, my backend became significantly simpler, focusing mainly on interacting with Pinata's API.
The Implementation
Using Pinata was surprisingly straightforward. For example, uploading a haiku was as simple as:
const result = await pinata.pinJSONToIPFS(haikuData, pinataOptions);
And retrieving it was equally uncomplicated:
const response = await axios.get(`https://${pinataGateway}/ipfs/${id}`);
This simplicity allowed me to focus more on creating features and improving user experience, rather than getting bogged down in database management.
Reflections
Developing Haiku Harmony during my exams was challenging, but Pinata's ease of use made it possible. I was amazed at how I could create a potentially scalable application without the need for complex database setups or management.
This experience has shown me that for content-centric applications, solutions like Pinata can offer a compelling alternative to traditional databases, simplifying both development and scaling processes significantly.
Conclusion
The ease of using Pinata has been a game-changer in my understanding of web development. It's shown me that creating scalable applications doesn't always require complex infrastructure.
I'm eager to hear thoughts and feedback from the community. If you think I did something wrong or have suggestions to improve Haiku Harmony, I'd be grateful for your input. Your insights will help me grow as a developer and enhance this project further.
This challenge has not only resulted in a production level application but also opened my eyes to new possibilities in web development. It's exciting to think about how tools like Pinata can shape the future of content-driven applications.
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Siva Teja
Siva Teja | Sciencx (2024-10-13T16:57:06+00:00) Haiku Harmony: Crafting Poetry in the Cloud with Pinata. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2024/10/13/haiku-harmony-crafting-poetry-in-the-cloud-with-pinata/
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