In this tutorial, we will learn how to build a movie app using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) and Firebase for authentication. We will cover the entire process from setting up the backend with Node.js and Express, creating the database with MongoDB, building the frontend with React, and adding user authentication with Firebase.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Node.js and npm installed on your machine
• React and MongoDB installed and set up
• Familiarity with Firebase authentication

Setting Up the Backend

First, let’s create the backend for our movie app using Node.js and Express. Install the necessary packages with npm and set up the server to handle API requests for fetching and adding movies to the database.

Creating the Database

We will use MongoDB as our database for storing movie information. Set up a database connection and create a schema for the movies collection. Use Mongoose to interact with the database and perform CRUD operations.

Building the Frontend with React

Next, we will create the frontend for our movie app using React. Set up the project structure, create components for displaying movies and handling user interactions, and use React Router for navigation.

Adding User Authentication with Firebase

Finally, we will integrate Firebase authentication into our app to allow users to sign up, log in, and access personalized features. Set up Firebase in the frontend, add authentication methods, and secure user routes.

Conclusion

By following this tutorial, you will have a fully functional movie app built with the MERN stack and Firebase authentication. You will gain experience working with Node.js, Express, MongoDB, React, and Firebase, and be able to apply these skills to build more complex web applications.