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Real-Time Chat Application

Overview

The Real-Time Chat Application project leverages Socket.io and HarperDB to build a dynamic, full-stack chat experience. This project is designed for those looking to gain hands-on experience in real-time application development.

Features

• Join-a-Chat-Room Page:

  • Simple form with username input, room selection dropdown, and 'Join Room' button.

• Chat-Room Page:

  • Real-time communication with a visually appealing chat interface.

Technologies Used

• Frontend:

  • React

• Backend:

  • Node and Express

• Database:

  • HarperDB

• Real-Time Communication:

  • Socket.io

Project Structure

1. Building "Join a Room" Page:

   • Designing the home page with user input forms.

2. Setting Up the Server:

   • Configuring Node and Express for server-side functionality.

3. Creating Socket.io Event Listeners:

   • Implementing event listeners for real-time events.

4. Room Management in Socket.io:

   • Managing chat rooms and user interactions.

5. Building Chat Page:

   • Crafting a visually appealing chat interface.

6. Database Integration with HarperDB:

   • Defining database schemas and tables for chat data.

7. Enabling Message Sending with Socket.io:

   • Developing functionality for real-time message exchange.

8. Enhancing User Experience:

   • Displaying the last 100 messages, active rooms, and users.

Getting Started

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/chat-application.git
   

2. Install Dependencies:

   cd chat-application
   npm install
   

3. Run the Application:

   npm start
   

Acknowledgments

• Socket.io Documentation
• HarperDB Documentation

Contributors

Thanks to the following contributors for their valuable contributions to this project:

• Bruhathi