RoutesXplore : HTTP Server in Java

This project implements an HTTP server in Java, responding to three predefined routes:

• /hello: Returns a simple "Hello World" message.
• /echo: Returns the "Hello {custom name}" message.
• /image: Serves an image file (image.jpg) stored in the project directory.
• For any other route: Responds with a generic "What ya lookin at?" message.

Features:

• Listens on port 8080 by default (can be customized).
• Handles basic HTTP GET requests.
• Supports serving static content (image in this example).
• Factory design pattern is used for Loose coupling between moduels.

Flow chart:

• Control Flow before using Design Pattern:

• Control Flow after using Design Pattern:

Getting Started:

• Prerequisites:
  • Java Development Kit (JDK) 8 or later (https://docs.oracle.com/en/java/javase/11/install/overview-jdk-installation.html)
• Compiling:
  • Open a terminal in the project directory.
  • Run javac http_server.java. This will create the http_server.class file.
• Running:
  • Execute java http_server

Usage:

Point your web browser to http://localhost:8080/ to see the default response. Access /hello or /image for the respective content.

Customization:

• To change the port, modify the ServerSocket(8080) line in main. Remember that ports below 1024 may require root privileges.
• You can add additional routes and modify the response logic based on your needs. Refer to the server code for details.

Note:

• This is a basic implementation and does not handle advanced features like security, complex request handling, or error handling.

Further Development:

• ✅Implement routing for more dynamic content.
• ✅Embedding the Design Pattern for Low Latency, High Throughput and of course more Readability.
• ✅Enhance error handling for a more robust server.
• ✅Explore advanced features like Threading and error handling.
• ✅Refactor the code.