Flask Messaging Application

This Flask application provides a simple messaging interface where users can send and retrieve messages. The application includes dynamic messaging functionality using JavaScript to update the chat box in real-time.

Features

• Index Page: Displays the main interface for sending and receiving messages.
• Send Message Endpoint: Processes POST requests to send a new message and stores it in memory.
• Get Messages Endpoint: Processes GET requests to retrieve all stored messages.
• Real-Time Messaging: Uses JavaScript to dynamically fetch and display messages without refreshing the page.

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/shekoder/CHAT-app.git
   cd CHAT-app

2. Install the required Python libraries:

   pip install Flask

Usage

1. Run the Flask application:

   python app.py

2. Open your web browser and navigate to http://127.0.0.1:5000/.

3. Use the interface to send and receive messages. The chat box will update automatically every 2 seconds with new messages.

Application Structure

• app.py: The main Python script for the Flask application.
• template/index.html: The HTML file for the messaging interface (you need to create this file and include the necessary HTML structure).
• static/js/main.js: The JavaScript file that handles sending messages and updating the chat box (you should create this file and include the provided JavaScript code).

Example

• Sending a Message:

  • Endpoint: /send_message
  • Method: POST
  • Payload: { "message": "Hello, World!" }

• Retrieving Messages:

  • Endpoint: /get_messages
  • Method: GET
  • Response: { "messages": ["Hello, World!"] }