A real-time chat application built using Node.js, Socket.IO, and Express.js, with a clean, responsive frontend using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
This project demonstrates how to implement WebSocket-based instant messaging, supporting private chats, online indicators, and chat history — all within a smooth and scalable architecture.
- ✅ Real-Time Messaging: Instant, bi-directional communication using Socket.IO.
- 🧑🤝🧑 Private Chats: Users can send direct messages to specific people.
- 🟢 Online User Indicators: See which users are currently connected.
- 💾 Chat History Storage: Maintains chat history for context and continuity.
- 📱 Responsive UI: Clean and accessible interface built with vanilla HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- ⚡ Scalable Backend: Built on Express.js and WebSocket protocols for performance under load.
| Layer | Technology |
|---|---|
| Backend | Node.js, Express.js |
| Real-Time Comm | Socket.IO (WebSockets) |
| Frontend | HTML, CSS, JavaScript |
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