Welcome to AskMate, a Questions and Answers (Q&A) forum software built using Python, Flask, and HTML/CSS, powered by the Jinja template engine.

AskMate is designed to provide a seamless platform for users to post questions and receive answers from the community. With a simple and intuitive interface, it’s easy to navigate and use, making it perfect for creating an interactive Q&A forum.

To get started with AskMate, follow these steps:

1. Set Up PostgreSQL: Ensure you have PostgreSQL installed (version 12 or higher is recommended).
2. Import Database Dump: Use the provided PostgreSQL dump to set up the database.
   • The dump file is located in the sample_data folder.
3. Configure Database Credentials:
   • Add your PostgreSQL password to the user.txt file.
   • Alternatively, for enhanced security, you can use an environmental variable to hide your credentials. (Note: This requires modifying data_manager.py.)

Here are some visuals of the AskMate interface:

A big thank you to everyone who contributed and supported the development of AskMate. Your help has been invaluable in making this project a success!

Feel free to explore and use AskMate, and don't hesitate to contribute or reach out with any questions or suggestions!