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+# Premium Car Marketplace Afghanistan (2026 Edition) π¦π«
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+A professional, university-level final-year project designed for the **LAMP stack** (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP). This system is optimized for **100% offline** use on **XAMPP** without requiring any internet connection.
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+---
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+## π― Project Overview
+This platform is a comprehensive single-vendor car marketplace where users can browse, search, and simulate the purchase of premium vehicles. It features a modern **Glassmorphism UI** built entirely with **Pure CSS**, ensuring responsiveness and a premium feel.
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+### Key Features
+- **Guest Access:** Browse cars, advanced search/filters, view showroom details.
+- **User Dashboard:** Register/Login, manage listings (seller role), view simulated purchases, and notifications.
+- **Admin Panel:** Manage users, approve car listings, monitor system statistics, and handle contact messages.
+- **Offline Simulation:** Functional bank transaction simulation and local image handling.
+- **Security:** PDO prepared statements (SQL injection protection), hashed passwords, and CSRF/XSS safeguards.
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+---
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+## π Tech Stack
+- **Backend:** PHP 8.x (Vanilla)
+- **Database:** MariaDB / MySQL
+- **Frontend:** Pure CSS (CSS Grid, Flexbox, Variables), Vanilla JavaScript
+- **Local Assets:** No CDNs used (everything is bundled locally)
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+---
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+## π Installation Steps (XAMPP Guide)
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+### 1. Copy Project Files
+- Install XAMPP on your computer.
+- Copy the entire project folder into the `C:\xampp\htdocs\` directory (Windows) or `/opt/lampp/htdocs/` (Linux).
+- Rename the folder to `afg_cars` for easy access.
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+### 2. Start Apache & MySQL
+- Open the **XAMPP Control Panel**.
+- Click **Start** next to **Apache**.
+- Click **Start** next to **MySQL**.
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+### 3. Import Database
+- Open your browser and go to: `http://localhost/phpmyadmin/`
+- Create a new database named: `afg_cars`
+- Click on the **Import** tab.
+- Choose the file located at: `db/database.sql` inside the project folder.
+- Click **Go** at the bottom to complete the import.
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+### 4. Configure Database (if needed)
+- Open `db/config.php` in a text editor.
+- Ensure the credentials match your local setup:
+ ```php
+ define('DB_HOST', 'localhost');
+ define('DB_NAME', 'afg_cars');
+ define('DB_USER', 'root');
+ define('DB_PASS', ''); // XAMPP default is empty
+ ```
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+### 5. Access the Project
+- Open your browser and navigate to: `http://localhost/afg_cars/index.php`
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+---
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+## π Default Credentials (Demo)
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+### System Administrator
+- **Email:** `admin@gmail.com`
+- **Password:** `12345678`
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+### Regular User
+- **Email:** `user@gmail.com`
+- **Password:** `12345678`
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+---
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+## π Folder Structure
+- `admin/`: Administrative tools and dashboard.
+- `user/`: Personal dashboard for registered users.
+- `assets/`: Local CSS, JS, and UI images.
+- `db/`: Database configuration, setup scripts, and SQL dump.
+- `includes/`: Reusable components (Header, Footer, Navbar).
+- `uploads/`: Directory for uploaded car images.
+
+---
+
+## π§ Notes for University Presentation
+- **Architecture:** The project follows an MVC-like pattern for separation of concerns.
+- **RBAC:** Role-Based Access Control ensures that only authorized users can perform certain actions (e.g., only admins can approve listings).
+- **SEO:** On-page SEO meta tags are dynamically generated.
+- **Performance:** Optimized for speed with minimal assets and clean code.
+
+---
+
+## π Troubleshooting Common Errors
+- **DB Connection Failed:** Ensure MySQL is running in XAMPP and credentials in `db/config.php` are correct.
+- **CSS Not Loading:** Clear your browser cache or use `Ctrl + F5` to force a hard reload.
+- **Images Missing:** Ensure the `uploads/` folder has proper write permissions (especially on Linux).
+
+---
+**Design Goal:** Modern, Premium, and Responsive. No frameworks used.
+**Version:** 1.0.0 (2026 Edition)
+**Ready for academic submission.**
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Redefining Luxury Auto Trading
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Learn about our journey, our mission, and the team behind Afghanistan's premier car marketplace.
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Our Story
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Founded in 2026, AFG CARS emerged from a vision to bring international standards of luxury vehicle trading to Afghanistan. We recognized that the traditional way of buying and selling high-end cars was often cumbersome and lacked transparency.
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What started as a specialized brokerage in Kabul has grown into a nationwide digital platform, connecting thousands of enthusiasts. We've built our reputation on trust, exclusively featuring vehicles that meet our rigorous "Premium Gold" standards.
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Our presence in major provinces like Herat, Kandahar, and Mazar-i-Sharif, along with our international office in Buner, Pakistan, allows us to provide unparalleled service across the region.
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Premium Cars Sold in 2025
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Our Mission
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To empower automotive enthusiasts in Afghanistan by providing a safe, transparent, and sophisticated marketplace for premium vehicle trading.
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Our Vision
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To become the leading automotive technology company in South-Central Asia, setting the benchmark for luxury car standards and digital trading.
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Our Values
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Integrity, Excellence, and Innovation. We believe in providing value that goes beyond the transaction, building lifelong relationships with our clients.
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The Founders
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Driven by passion and expertise in the global automotive industry.
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Suhail Ahmad
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CEO & Co-Founder
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With over 15 years in international luxury auto exports, Suhail brings a wealth of global experience to the local market.
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Idrees Buneri
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CTO & Co-Founder
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A tech visionary who designed the platform's architecture to ensure speed, security, and a premium user experience.