Internship-Authentication

# Advanced Authentication System for Internships A **comprehensive full-stack authentication system** specifically designed for internship applications, featuring advanced security measures and automated account management. ## Security Features - **JWT Authentication**: Secure token-based authentication with refresh token rotation - **OTP Verification**: Multi-factor authentication using email-based OTP for enhanced security - **Password Recovery**: Secure password reset functionality with time-limited tokens - **Account Validation**: Email verification required for account activation - **Automated Cleanup**: Cron job implementation for automatic deletion of unverified accounts after 24 hours ## Technical Architecture - **Backend Excellence**: Node.js with Express.js for robust server-side development - **Database Management**: MongoDB with Mongoose ODM for efficient data modeling - **Email Services**: Nodemailer integration for reliable email delivery and notifications - **Task Scheduling**: Cron jobs for automated background processes and maintenance - **Frontend Modern**: React with Vite for fast development and optimized performance ## User Experience Features - **Modern UI Components**: Shadcn UI components for professional, accessible interface - **Responsive Design**: Tailwind CSS for mobile-first, responsive layouts - **Form Validation**: Comprehensive client-side and server-side validation - **Real-time Feedback**: Instant feedback for user actions and form submissions - **Intuitive Navigation**: Seamless user flow from registration to authentication ## Advanced Automation - **Account Lifecycle Management**: Automated account creation, verification, and cleanup - **Email Automation**: Scheduled email reminders and notifications - **Security Monitoring**: Automated security checks and suspicious activity detection - **Performance Monitoring**: System health checks and performance optimization ## Deployment & Operations - **Cloud Deployment**: Render hosting with continuous deployment pipeline - **Environment Management**: Secure environment variable handling - **Monitoring & Logging**: Comprehensive application monitoring and error tracking - **Backup Systems**: Automated database backups and recovery procedures The system demonstrates enterprise-level authentication practices with focus on security, automation, and user experience, making it ideal for internship and recruitment applications.

A JWT and OTP-based authentication system for internships