Completed
ChitChat
A real-time chat application featuring one-to-one and group messaging, live notifications, and secure JWT-based authentication.
Timeline
Aug 2023 - Oct 2023
Role
Full Stack Developer
Team
Solo Project
Status
CompletedKey Challenges
- Implementing real-time message delivery with Socket.io
- Building efficient group chat functionality
- Managing online/offline user presence
Key Learnings
- WebSocket architecture and scaling patterns
- MongoDB schema design for chat applications
- Building responsive real-time UIs with React
Overview
ChitChat is a modern real-time chat application that enables seamless communication through one-to-one messaging and group chats with live notifications.
Built with WebSocket technology for instant message delivery and real-time presence updates.
Key Features
Real-time Messaging
Instant message delivery using WebSocket connections
Group Chats
Create and manage group conversations with multiple participants
Live Notifications
Real-time notifications for new messages and activities
User Presence
See when users are online, offline, or typing
Technical Implementation
Built with React and Chakra UI on the frontend for a clean, accessible interface. The backend uses Node.js with Express.js and Socket.io for real-time communication.
- MongoDB stores conversations, messages, and user data with efficient indexing
- Socket.io rooms enable efficient group messaging
- Typing indicators and read receipts for enhanced UX
- JWT-based authentication ensures secure access