Access Anywhere

A cross-platform mobile application that allows you to remotely access, preview, and manage files on your desktop or laptop directly from your iOS or Android device. No need to be in front of your computer your files are always with you.

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🌟 Key Features

This application focuses on providing a secure, seamless, and user-friendly experience for remote file management.

• Cross-Platform Compatibility: A single codebase for both iOS and Android using React Native.
• Complete File Management: Securely browse, upload, download, rename, and delete files on your remote computer.
• Real-Time Synchronization: Instantly see file changes on your mobile device as they happen on the desktop.
• Robust Security: Built with strong AES-256 encryption to ensure your data is always protected during transfers.
• Optimized Performance: Engineered for low latency and includes offline access to files you've previously viewed.

🛠️ Tech Stack & Architecture

The project is built with a modern, scalable technology stack.

• Frontend (Mobile App): React Native
• Backend (Server): Python with the FastAPI framework
• Communication: Secure HTTPS and WebSocket protocols for real-time communication

The system uses a simple client-server architecture where the desktop runs a lightweight Python server, and the mobile app acts as the client to manage files.

🚀 Getting Started

Follow these instructions to get a local copy up and running for development and testing.

Prerequisites

• Node.js & npm
• Python 3.8+ & pip
• React Native development environment (Xcode or Android Studio)

Backend Setup

• Refer the backend repository: Access Anywhere Backend

Frontend Setup

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/rahulparihar-30/access-anywhere.git
   cd access-anywhere

2. Set up the Frontend (Mobile App):

   # Navigate to the frontend directory
   cd access-anywhere
   
   # Install npm packages
   npm install
   
   # Run on an emulator or physical device
   npm run android
   # or
   npm run ios

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🗺️ Project Roadmap

This project is actively being developed. Here are some of the planned future enhancements:

• Enhanced Security: Implement end-to-end encryption for all file transfers to ensure robust security without relying on third-party cloud services.
• Direct Access Methods: Replace QR code-based access with a simpler PIN-based authentication or device pairing for seamless connectivity.
• Faster File Transfers: Optimize the file transfer protocol to achieve high-speed performance even on low-bandwidth networks.
• No Cloud Dependency: Ensure all file transfers and management occur directly between devices, maintaining complete user privacy.
• User-Friendly Setup: Simplify the initial setup process to make it more intuitive for non-technical users.
• Customizable Access Permissions: Allow users to define specific access permissions for connected devices.
• Cross-Network Connectivity: Enable file access across different networks using NAT traversal or peer-to-peer connections.

🎨 User-Friendly UI Enhancements

To ensure a seamless and intuitive user experience, the following UI improvements are planned:

• Modern Design: Implement a clean and responsive UI using Material Design principles for a consistent look and feel across devices.
• Dark Mode: Provide a dark mode option for better usability in low-light environments.
• Drag-and-Drop Support: Enable drag-and-drop functionality for file uploads and organization.
• Interactive Tutorials: Add onboarding tutorials to guide new users through the app's features.
• Customizable Themes: Allow users to personalize the app with custom themes and color schemes.
• Accessibility Features: Ensure the app is accessible to all users by adding screen reader support, high-contrast mode, and scalable text sizes.
• Real-Time Notifications: Display real-time notifications for file transfers, errors, and updates.
• Search and Filters: Introduce a search bar and advanced filtering options to quickly locate files.

These enhancements aim to make the application more engaging and user-centric. Feedback is always welcome to further refine the user experience!

Have an idea? Feel free to open an issue to discuss it!

📄 License

Distributed under the MIT License. See LICENSE for more information.

If you find this project helpful, please consider giving it a ⭐ on GitHub! It helps others discover the project and motivates us to keep improving it.

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