Go REST API

A lightweight and clean REST API built with Go and the Gin framework. This project demonstrates core backend engineering patterns, including JWT-based authentication, custom middleware, and SQLite database integration. It serves as an excellent reference for developers building scalable RESTful services in Go.

Features

• RESTful API Design: Follows standard HTTP methods and resource-based routing.
• Authentication: JWT (JSON Web Token) based authentication for secure endpoints.
• Middleware: Custom request logging and authentication validation.
• Database Integration: SQLite integration with automated table creation on startup.
• Models & Logic: Clean separation of data models and business logic.
• API Testing: Pre-configured .http files for rapid testing via IDE.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Go (version 1.21 or higher)
• SQLite3

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/janfess/go-REST-API.git
   cd go-REST-API

2. Install dependencies:

   go mod download

3. Run the application:

   go run .

   The server will start on http://localhost:8080.

API Endpoints

Public Endpoints

• POST /signup - Register a new user
• POST /login - Authenticate a user and receive a JWT token
• GET /events - List all events
• GET /events/:id - Get details of a specific event

Protected Endpoints (Requires JWT)

• POST /events - Create a new event
• PUT /events/:id - Update an existing event
• DELETE /events/:id - Delete an event
• POST /events/:id/register - Register for an event
• DELETE /events/:id/register - Cancel registration for an event

License

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