Real-Time Location Sharing App

Overview

This Real-Time Location Sharing App is a web application that allows users to share their live location with others in real-time. Users can create a unique sharing ID, share it with friends or colleagues, and see their location updates on an interactive map.

Features

• Live Location Updates: See real-time location updates of users on an interactive map.
• Sharing ID: Each user is assigned a unique sharing ID for easy sharing and tracking.
• Path History: View the historical path of a user's location updates.
• User-Friendly Interface: Simple and intuitive interface for seamless user experience.

Technologies Used

• Node.js: Backend server built with Node.js and Express.
• Socket.IO: Enables real-time communication between the server and clients.
• Leaflet: JavaScript library for interactive maps.
• Bootstrap: Frontend styling and layout.
• jQuery: Simplifies DOM manipulation and event handling.

Getting Started

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/AnasQiblawi/Real-Time-Location-Sharing-App.git
   cd Real-Time-Location-Sharing-App

2. Install Dependencies:

   npm install

3. Start the Server:

   npm start

4. Open in Browser: Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:80/

Usage

1. Share Location:

   • Click on "Share My Location" to generate a unique sharing ID.
   • Share the ID with friends or colleagues.

2. Watch Location:

   • Visit http://localhost:80/sharingid/{your-sharing-id} to watch a specific location.
   • View real-time location updates and historical path.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Feel free to open issues and pull requests.