MDA Server

Hosting at your doorsteps

Static or dynamic – add a few lines of code to make your site truly yours. Built by developers, for developers

Table of Contents-

• Introduction
• Installation
• Configuration
• Features
• Pricing
• Design
• How it Works
• Credits and Acknowledgements
• Contributing
• License

Introduction

MDA Server is a versatile hosting solution tailored for developers. Whether you need static or dynamic hosting, MDA Server provides the flexibility and control you need to make your site truly yours. Built on Node.js, it offers lightning-fast hosting that scales with your ideas. With features like custom port selection, real-time monitoring, and secure dynamic site support via MongoDB, MDA Server is built by developers, for developers.

Installation

To get started with MDA Server, follow these steps: make sure this are installed if it's already installed than you can skip this part!

sudo apt install nodejs

sudo apt install git 

sudo apt install ssh

Now :-

git clone https://github.com/AdnanDLuffy/MDA-Server.git

cd MDA-Server

npm install

node Server.js

That's it—you are good to go!

For Advance Settings

after running node Server.js you will see a promt asking you about further settings.. you can change any settings there ! like port or what ever ...But if you planning to use it for big thing than create a MongoDB account and copy paste the authToken into next promt ! it will look like this !

mongodb+srv://username:password@cluster0.cbnst.mongodb.net/?retryWrites=true&w=majority&appName=Cluster0

if you don't wan't to use it for big stuff .. than there is not need to warry .. cause we will use default one ! but if you are a privecy freak than you your own authToken

Ngrok Setup

If everything is ok after visiting localhost:port/DashBoard ... you will find a input field to give your ngrok authtoken ..

• So click in this Ngork and create a ngrok account or if you already have one than login to the site next
• after login to the site click here See your AuthToken and copy the token !
• just paste it into the input field and click launch button ...

Serveo Setup

It's more good than ngrok since it use ssh ... you just have to give a subdomain name and click launch ... it's will start within a sec.

If you see any Error Just type in the following commands !

ssh -keygen

replace the port with your server port !

ssh -R anipub:80:localhost:port serveo.net

you will find a google/github verification link.. just follow the link and confirm your account ! That's it , you don't have to do anything again

Why it's better than ngrok?

-You don't have to create another account since it's a hassle -You can't create custom subdomain in ngrok unless you pay them money

Feature	Ngrok	Serveo.net
Pros
Ease of Use	Simple setup and easy to use with a single command	No installation required, uses SSH for tunneling
Features	Offers a variety of features: HTTP(s), TCP, custom subdomains etc.	Lightweight, straightforward tunneling
Dashboard	Provides a web-based dashboard for monitoring traffic	No web-based dashboard, purely command-line based
Security	Supports secure tunnels with HTTPS	Uses SSH, inherently secure
Customization	Allows custom subdomains and custom domains	Custom subdomains supported
Support	Extensive documentation and community support	Minimal documentation, relies on SSH knowledge
Cons
Pricing	Free tier available, but advanced features require a paid plan	Free, but lacks advanced features
Limitations	Free tier has limits on session duration and connections	Limited features compared to Ngrok
Setup	Requires installation of Ngrok client	Requires SSH access and setup
Custom Domains	Custom domains are a paid feature	No support for custom domains
Advanced Features	Advanced features are behind a paywall	Lacks advanced features like HTTP(s), TCP, and custom domains

Features

• Your Rules, Your Way: Pick any port you want for your project. No restrictions, just pure flexibility to match your workflow. Built for devs who hate being boxed in.
• Command Central: Manage everything from one sleek admin panel. Upload files, tweak settings, or check status—total control, zero hassle.
• See It All: Your site’s heartbeat in real time. Monitor uptime, resources, or whatever matters to you, all in a clean dashboard view.
• Locked Down Security: Power your dynamic sites with MongoDB, wrapped in custom auth tokens so your data stays safe. No stress, just secure vibes.
• File Freedom: Host HTML, CSS, JSON, JS, Markdown, TXT, DOC, or EJS—bring any file type you want. Your creativity, our support.
• Node.js Power: Built on Node.js for lightning-fast hosting that scales with your ideas. Devs know it, devs love it.
• Free Forever: Host your sites without spending a dime. 100% free, because great tools shouldn’t cost you.
• Join the Party: Open-source on GitHub—peek under the hood, tweak the code, or add your magic. Built by the community, for the community.
• Tunneling Made Easy: Test or share your site in seconds with Serveo or Ngrok. Public URLs, no setup pain—boom, you’re live.

Pricing

Price: Free

• Totally Free: Host your sites, tweak your ports, and go dynamic—all for zero bucks. No hidden fees, no upsells, just pure dev goodness.
• Why Free?: Built with Node.js and powered by GitHub contributions, this tool is by devs, for devs.
• What’s the Catch?: There isn’t one. Host anything, add a few lines for dynamic magic, and pay nothing. Skeptical? Try it—your wallet stays happy.

How it Works

1. Sign Up
2. Give File Path
3. Go live!

Design

Clean and Intuitive

A modern, sleek UI designed for ease of use. Navigate with simplicity and efficiency, ensuring you spend less time managing and more time developing.

Responsive Layout

Optimized for any device—desktop, tablet, or mobile. Manage your server on the go without sacrificing functionality or aesthetics.

Customizable Themes

Choose from a variety of themes to match your style. Dark mode, light mode[Isn't available yet], and everything in between—make your workspace truly yours.

User Experience Focused

Every feature and button is designed with the developer in mind. Intuitive placements and a thoughtful layout streamline your workflow, making server management a breeze.

Why MDA-Server

Feature	MDA Server	Heroku	Vercel	Other Platforms
Pricing	100% Free	Free tier with limited features; Paid plans available	Free tier with limited features; Paid plans available	Varies, usually includes free and paid tiers
Ease of Use	Easy to use with CLI and dashboard	Easy to use with CLI and dashboard	Easy to use with CLI and dashboard	Varies, some may require complex setup
Customization	Full control over ports and settings	Limited by platform constraints	Limited by platform constraints	Varies, often limited by platform constraints
Flexibility	Host any file type (HTML, CSS, JSON, JS, Markdown, TXT, DOC, EJS)	Limited to certain file types and build processes	Limited to certain file types and build processes	Varies, often limited to specific use cases
Security	Custom auth tokens and MongoDB integration	Basic security features; additional costs for advanced security	Basic security features; additional costs for advanced security	Varies, often requires additional configuration
Performance	Built on Node.js for fast and scalable hosting	Good performance, but may require paid plans for best performance	Good performance, but may require paid plans for best performance	Varies, often depends on paid plans
Open Source	Fully open-source on GitHub—community-driven improvements and transparency	Proprietary platform	Proprietary platform	Varies, some may offer open-source components
Real-Time Monitoring	Real-time dashboard for monitoring uptime and resources	Basic monitoring features; advanced features require paid plans	Basic monitoring features; advanced features require paid plans	Varies, often requires third-party tools
Tunneling	Easy tunneling with Serveo or Ngrok	No built-in tunneling features	No built-in tunneling features	Varies, often requires third-party tools
Community Support	Community-driven, open-source project with contributions from developers	Strong community support, but platform-specific	Strong community support, but platform-specific	Varies, often depends on the platform
Deployment Time	Fast deployment with minimal setup	Can be slow depending on build processes and platform limitations	Can be slow depending on build processes and platform limitations	Varies, often depends on the platform
Scalability	Scales with your ideas using Node.js	Scales well, but may require paid plans for higher scalability	Scales well, but may require paid plans for higher scalability	Varies, often requires additional configuration

Contributing

We welcome contributions to enhance MDA Server! To contribute, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the Repository: Click on the "Fork" button at the top right of the repository page to create a copy of the repository in your GitHub account.

2. Clone the Fork: Clone your forked repository to your local machine using:

   git clone https://github.com/<your-username>/MDA-Server.git
   cd MDA-Server```

3. Create a Branch: Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix:

git checkout -b feature-branch

4. Make Changes: Make your changes in the code. Ensure your code follows the project's coding standards.
5. Commit Changes: Commit your changes with a meaningful commit message:

git add .
git commit -m "Add feature X"

6.Push to GitHub:Push your changes to your forked repository:

git push origin feature-branch

7.Create a Pull Request: Go to the original repository and click on the "Pull requests" tab. Click the "New pull request" button and select your branch to create a pull request.

8.Review Process: Your pull request will be reviewed by the maintainers. Be responsive to any feedback and make necessary changes.

9.Merge: Once your pull request is approved, it will be merged into the main branch of the repository.

Guidelines

• Ensure your code follows the project's coding standards.

• Write clear and concise commit messages.

• Include comments in your code where necessary.

• Update documentation if your changes affect it.

• Write tests for any new features or bug fixes.

  Thank you for contributing to MDA Server!

Credits and Acknowledgements

This project is developed and maintained by AdnanDLuffy. We thank the following contributors for their valuable input and support:

• AdnanDLuffy
• Nachiket-Roy
• Contribute to see your name here

Special thanks to the open-source community for their contributions and support. This project is powered by contributions from developers worldwide and built with the following technologies:

• Node.js
• MongoDB
• Serveo
• Ngrok

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. You are free to use, modify, and distribute this software as you see fit. For more details, see the LICENSE file.