Student Management System Project with Source Code (Node.js + React 2026)

Create a complete full stack Student Management System using Node.js and React.

Project Overview:
Build a professional and scalable web application that allows schools or colleges to manage student data, attendance, and academic records efficiently.

Tech Stack Requirements:
- Frontend: React.js (with modern UI design)
- Backend: Node.js with Express.js
- Database: MongoDB (preferred) or MySQL
- Authentication: JWT-based login system

Core Modules:

1. Authentication System
- Secure login and registration for admin/users
- JWT token-based authentication
- Role-based access control (Admin/User)

2. Student Management Module
- Add, update, delete student records
- Store details: name, email, phone, class, roll number
- Search and filter students

3. Attendance Management
- Mark daily attendance
- View attendance records
- Filter attendance by date or student

4. Admin Dashboard
- Display total students, attendance stats
- Graphs and charts for analytics
- Manage all system data from dashboard

5. Course/Class Management
- Add and manage classes or courses
- Assign students to classes

6. API & Backend Structure
- RESTful API design
- Proper route structure
- Controller and service separation

7. Frontend UI
- Responsive design (mobile + desktop)
- Clean dashboard UI
- Forms with validation

Technical Requirements:
- Use MVC architecture in backend
- Use Axios for API calls
- Use environment variables for config
- Error handling and validation
- Proper folder structure (frontend + backend)

Database Requirements:
- Student schema
- Attendance schema
- User schema

Output Requirements:
- Complete working source code (frontend + backend)
- Step-by-step setup instructions
- API endpoints list
- Database schema structure
- Sample test data
- README file with explanation

Additional Instructions:
- Code should be beginner-friendly and well-commented
- Use best practices for scalability
- Ensure project is suitable for final year students

Goal:
The final project should be production-ready, easy to understand, and usable as a real-world Student Management System.