QtFileTransfer

📚 Overview

The project includes a file client and a file server. The client and server communicate using either TCP or UDP protocols. The server shares a directory, allowing clients to connect, preview the directory in real-time, upload files to the directory, and download files from the directory. The project supports file resumption and integrity checking.

✨ Features

1. Real-time Directory Preview: Clients can see the server's shared directory in real-time.
2. File Upload: Clients can upload files from their local machine to the server's directory.
3. File Download: Clients can download files from the server's directory.
4. Resumable Transfers: Supports resuming interrupted file uploads and downloads.
5. File Integrity Checking: Ensures the uploaded and downloaded files are intact and uncorrupted.

🛠️ Components

File Server

• Directory Sharing: Shares a specified directory with clients.
• TCP/UDP Communication: Supports both TCP and UDP protocols for client-server communication.
• File Management: Manages file uploads and downloads, ensuring integrity and supporting resumption.

File Client

• Directory Preview: Connects to the server and previews the shared directory.
• File Upload: Allows users to upload files to the server's shared directory.
• File Download: Allows users to download files from the server's shared directory.
• Resumable Transfers: Supports resuming interrupted transfers.
• File Integrity Checking: Verifies file integrity after transfers.

🚀 Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Qt framework installed.
• Basic understanding of C++ and Qt.

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone <repository_url>

2. Open the Project: Open the project in Qt Creator.

3. Build the Project: Configure and build the project using Qt Creator.

Running the Project

1. Start the Server: Run the server application. It will share a specified directory for clients to access.

2. Start the Client: Run the client application. Connect to the server using the server's IP address and port.

3. Perform File Operations:

   • Preview Directory: View the server's shared directory.
   • Upload Files: Upload files from the client to the server.
   • Download Files: Download files from the server to the client.

💡 Usage

1. Connect to Server: Enter the server's IP address and port to connect.

2. Browse Directory: Navigate the shared directory in real-time.

3. Upload File: Select a file from your local machine and upload it to the server.

4. Download File: Select a file from the server's directory and download it to your local machine.

5. Resume Transfers: If a transfer is interrupted, restart the client and resume the transfer from where it left off.

6. Check File Integrity: Ensure the file transferred is complete and uncorrupted.

📝 Note

This is a practice project. While it includes fundamental functionalities, it is not intended for production use.

📜 License

This project is open-source and free to use under the MIT License. Feel free to contribute and enhance its functionalities!