Implement User Authentication with Profile Creation and Login Functionality

[arjamand]

Issue: Implement User Authentication with Profile Creation and Login Functionality

Objective:
Develop a user authentication system that allows users to create profiles, log in, and securely access their personal dashboard within the HikmatApp.

Tasks:

1. Profile Creation

   • User registration forms are setup already (Snapshot Attached below) where new users can create a profile with required fields (e.g., username, password).
   • Validate inputs to ensure security (e.g., password strength, unique usernames).
   • Hash passwords for secure storage.

2. Login Mechanism

   • Implement a login form for registered users.
   • Authenticate users by checking credentials against the database.
   • Set up secure session management.

3. User Dashboard Access

   • Redirect authenticated users to their dashboard in the templates folder fo now after successful login.
   • Implement session handling to maintain login status.

4. Error Handling

   • Display appropriate error messages for failed login attempts or invalid registrations.
   • Implement basic rate limiting for security against brute force attacks.

Requirements:

• Use secure hashing algorithms for passwords.
• Implement form validations (both frontend and backend).

Acceptance Criteria:

• Users can successfully create a profile with a unique username and secure password.
• Users can log in with correct credentials and are redirected to their dashboard.
• Error messages display appropriately for invalid actions.
• Sessions persist securely throughout the user’s interaction.