File Sharing via Local HTTP Server

This Python script allows you to easily share files from your local system using a simple HTTP server. It also generates a QR code for quick access, making file sharing convenient and efficient.

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Features

• Shares files from a specified directory over the local network.
• Generates a QR code for easy access to the file server URL.
• Opens the file server URL automatically in the default browser.
• Works on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

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How It Works

1. The script starts a local HTTP server on a specified port.
2. Files from a given directory are made accessible via a browser.
3. A QR code is generated and displayed, allowing quick access to the server using a mobile device.

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Prerequisites

• Python 3.x installed on your system.
• Required Python libraries:
  • http.server (built-in)
  • socketserver (built-in)
  • socket (built-in)
  • os (built-in)
  • webbrowser (built-in)
  • pyqrcode
  • subprocess (built-in)

Install the pyqrcode library if not already installed:

pip install pyqrcode

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Usage

1. Clone the repository or download the script.

2. Edit the script to specify the directory you want to share:

   DIRECTORY = "E:\final year\"

   Replace "E:\final year\" with the path to your desired directory.

3. Run the script:

   python main.py

4. The script will:

   • Start the server on http://<your-ip>:3000/.
   • Display the QR code for quick access.
   • Automatically open the URL in your default browser.

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Example Output

• Server Information:

  Server started on port 3000
  Server IP: 192.168.1.100
  Access files at: http://192.168.1.100:3000/
  QRCode generated
  

• QR Code: The QR code opens the file server URL when scanned with a mobile device.

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Stopping the Server

• To stop the server, press Ctrl+C in the terminal.

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Notes

• Ensure the specified directory exists. The script will create it if it doesn’t.
• This script is intended for use within a trusted local network. Do not use it over untrusted or public networks.

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