TermExec

Introduction

TermExec is a lightweight and secure web-based terminal application that allows users to execute Python code in real time. Built with a frontend powered by Xterm.js and a backend using WebSocket and Docker, TermExec provides an isolated and dynamic environment for code execution.

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Prerequisites

To set up and run TermExec, ensure the following prerequisites are installed on your machine:

1. Node.js (v16 or later) - Download Node.js
2. Docker - Install Docker
3. A modern browser to access the frontend.

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Installation

1. Frontend Installation

The frontend is located in the front directory and is built using Xterm.js for terminal functionality.

Steps:

1. Navigate to the front directory:

   cd front

2. Install the necessary dependencies:

   npm install

2. Backend Installation

The backend is located in the server directory and is responsible for managing WebSocket connections and securely executing Python code inside Docker containers.

Steps:

1. Navigate to the server directory:

   cd server

2. Install the necessary dependencies:

   npm install
   

How to Run

1. In the server directory, run

node server.js

2. In the frontend directory, run
```bash
npx serve .

3. Now write the python command in the terminal