docs: update README with Firebase & TMDB setup steps #3

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Reethikaa05 wants to merge 1 commit into sidmulajkar:main from Reethikaa05:update-docs

Reethikaa05 commented Sep 24, 2025

Overview

This PR improves the security and maintainability of the project by migrating all hardcoded Firebase and TMDB API keys into an .env file.

Changes Made

Created .env file to store Firebase and TMDB API keys securely.
Updated firebase.prod.js to read config from environment variables.
Updated requests.js to fetch TMDB API key from .env.
Added .env entry in .gitignore to prevent committing secrets.

Benefits

Prevents accidental exposure of sensitive keys in source code.
Makes it easier for contributors to use their own API keys locally.
Aligns project with industry best practices for handling secrets.

Steps to Test

Create a .env file in the project root with your Firebase and TMDB keys.
Run npm start to ensure app runs without errors.
Verify that movie data loads correctly using TMDB API.
Verify Firebase authentication works as expected.

This change improves project security and prepares the codebase for safe collaboration.


          docs: update README with Firebase & TMDB setup steps

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