🚀 WebServer

Nginx++ is a high-performance, low-latency HTTP server written in C++. Designed to handle a wide range of HTTP requests efficiently, it supports advanced features like CGI scripting, file uploads, and custom configurations. Built with a focus on speed and reliability. It also includes a default index page with a CGI script that allows users to test all supported HTTP requests directly from their browser.

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✨ Features

• High Performance: Optimized for speed and low latency, capable of handling thousands of concurrent connections.
• HTTP/1.1 Protocol Support: Fully supports GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE requests.
• CGI Support: Execute dynamic content generation using CGI scripts (e.g., Python, PHP, Perl).
• File Uploads: Easily upload files with configurable storage locations.
• Auto Indexing: Automatically generates directory listings for directories without an index file.
• Custom Configuration: Flexible configuration via servIO.conf to tailor the server to your needs.
• Dockerized: Easy deployment using Docker for seamless integration into any environment.

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🚀 Why Choose WebServer?

⚡ High Performance

WebServer is built with performance in mind. It uses efficient I/O multiplexing and a lightweight architecture to ensure minimal latency and maximum throughput. Whether you're serving static files or executing CGI scripts, WebServer delivers blazing-fast responses.

🕒 Low Latency

Thanks to its non-blocking design and optimized request handling, WebServer ensures low-latency responses even under heavy load. This makes it ideal for real-time applications and high-traffic websites.

🛠️ Ease of Use

With a simple configuration file (servIO.conf) and a default index page that includes a CGI script, WebServer is incredibly easy to set up and use. You can test all supported HTTP requests directly from your browser without needing external tools.

🐳 Docker Support

WebServer is fully Dockerized, making it easy to deploy in any environment. Whether you're running it locally or in the cloud, Docker ensures consistent and hassle-free deployment.

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📂 Directory Structure

nginx++/
├── Dockerfile
├── LICENSE
├── Makefile
├── main.cpp
├── .dockerignore
├── Configuration/
│   ├── HTTP.cpp
│   ├── HTTP.hpp
│   ├── LocationConf.cpp
│   ├── LocationConf.hpp
│   ├── MainConf.cpp
│   ├── MainConf.hpp
│   ├── ServerConf.cpp
│   ├── ServerConf.hpp
│   └── servIO.conf
├── Core/
│   ├── Client.cpp
│   ├── Client.hpp
│   ├── CoreServer.cpp
│   ├── CoreServer.hpp
│   ├── Selector.hpp
│   ├── Server.cpp
│   └── Server.hpp
├── Http/
│   ├── CGI.cpp
│   ├── DefaultPages.cpp
│   ├── DefaultPages.hpp
│   ├── DeleteRequest.cpp
│   ├── DeleteRequest.hpp
│   ├── GetRequest.cpp
│   ├── GetRequest.hpp
│   ├── IRequest.hpp
│   ├── MethodsUtils.cpp
│   ├── PostRequest.cpp
│   ├── PostRequest.hpp
│   ├── ProcessRequest.cpp
│   ├── ProcessRequest.hpp
│   ├── PutRequest.cpp
│   ├── PutRequest.hpp
│   ├── Response.cpp
│   ├── Response.hpp
│   └── ResponseUtils.cpp
├── Parser/
│   ├── Lexer.cpp
│   ├── Lexer.hpp
│   ├── Parser.cpp
│   ├── Parser.hpp
│   ├── Token.cpp
│   └── Token.hpp
├── includes/
│   └── Constants.hpp
├── utils/
│   ├── utils.cpp
│   └── utils.hpp
└── www/
    ├── image/
    ├── media/
    └── other/
        ├── main.cpp
        └── test.txt

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🛠️ Getting Started

Prerequisites

• C++ Compiler (GCC or Clang)
• Make
• Docker (optional, for containerized deployment)

🚀 Running the Server Without Docker

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/abizyane/WebServer.git
   cd WebServer

2. Build the Server: Use the Makefile to compile the server:

   make

3. Run the Server: Start the server using the compiled binary:

   ./nginx++

4. Access the Server: Open your browser or use curl to access the server at http://localhost:8080.

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🐳 Running the Server With Docker

1. Build and Run the Docker Container: Use the Makefile to build and start the server:

   make up

   This will:

   • Build the Docker image.
   • Start the container and expose ports 8080, 5500, and 3333.

2. Stop the Server: To stop the server, run:

   make down

3. Restart the Server: To restart the server, run:

   make dc_re

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🧪 Testing the Server

Default Index Page with CGI Testing Interface

The server includes a default index page that features a CGI-powered interface. This interface allows you to test all supported HTTP requests (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) directly from your browser. Simply navigate to http://localhost:8080/ and use the interactive form to send requests and view responses.

Example Requests

1. GET Request: Fetch the default page:

   curl http://localhost:8080/

2. Auto Indexing: If the directory has no index file, the server will generate an auto-indexed page. For example:

   curl http://localhost:8080/www/

3. CGI Script: Execute a CGI script (e.g., app.py):

   curl http://localhost:8080/www/scripts/app.py

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⚙️ Configuration

The server configuration is defined in Configuration/servIO.conf. You can modify this file to change server settings such as ports, root directories, and allowed methods.

Example configuration:

http {
    root /Webserv/www/;
    allow GET POST DELETE PUT;
    upload_store /Upload;
    server {
        listen 5500;
        listen 8080;
        server_name localhost;
        location / {
            error_page 404 404.html;
            cgi 0.0.0.0:90;
            autoindex on;
            index indexxx.html app.py;
            client_body_max_size 300;
            cgi .py .js .php .pl;
        }
        location /www/scripts {
            root /Webserv/www/scripts;
            autoindex on;
            cgi .py;
        }
        location /blog {
            deny DELETE;
        }
        location /container_rootdir {
            deny POST;
            deny DELETE;
            deny PUT;
            root /;
            autoindex on;
        }
    }
    server {
        listen 3333;
        location / {
            return 301 http://localhost:8080;
        }
    }
}

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📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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👏 Acknowledgments

• Zakaria El Bouzkri 🧑‍💻
• Achraf Bizyane 🧑‍💻
• Noureddine Akebli 🧑‍💻

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🌟 Inspired By

• The simplicity and performance of Nginx.
• The power of C++.

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