Chit-ChatApp

A modern, full-stack chat application built with React, Node.js, Express, and Socket.io.
Chat with friends, share media, and enjoy real-time messaging!

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Features

• Real-time messaging with Socket.io
• User authentication (Sign Up, Login, Profile)
• Media sharing (images, videos)
• Status updates
• Online/last seen indicators
• Emoji picker and reactions
• Responsive design for desktop and mobile

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Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React
• Tailwind CSS
• Vite

Backend:

• Node.js
• Express
• MongoDB
• Socket.io

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Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js & npm
• MongoDB (local or Atlas)

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/ChatApp.git
   cd ChatApp

2. Install frontend dependencies:

   cd frontend
   npm install

3. Install backend dependencies:

   cd ../backend
   npm install

4. Configure environment variables:

   • Copy .env.example to .env in the backend folder and fill in your values.

5. Start the backend server:

   npm start

6. Start the frontend dev server:

   cd ../frontend
   npm run dev

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Screenshots & Demo

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Folder Structure

ChatApp/
  frontend/
    src/
    public/
    ...
  backend/
    controllers/
    models/
    routes/
    ...

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License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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Contributing

Pull requests are welcome! For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.

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