Welcome to the Chat Application project! This enhanced version builds upon previous Next.js JavaScript Chat app, leveraging the full power of Next.js features. Let's dive into the details:
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Authentication with NextAuth:
- Secure user authentication using NextAuth.
- Protect your chat rooms and messages.
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Real-time Messaging:
- Enjoy seamless real-time messaging using Socket.IO.
- Group chats and private messages.
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Image Sharing with Cloudinary:
- Upload and share images within chat conversations.
- Cloudinary integration for efficient image storage and delivery.
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Group Creation:
- Create chat groups and invite friends.
- Collaborate with ease.
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WebRTC for Video Calling:
- Exciting! Implement WebRTC for video calls.
- Enhance communication with face-to-face interactions.
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End-to-End Message Encryption:
- Prioritize security by adding end-to-end encryption.
- Keep your users' messages private.
- Next.js: A powerful React framework for server-rendered applications.
- TypeScript: Type-safe JavaScript for better code quality.
- MongoDB: Store chat data and user profiles.
- Prisma: Modern database toolkit for type-safe queries.
- Cloudinary: Image hosting and delivery.
- Socket.IO: Real-time communication.
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Clone this repository:
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/chat-app.git
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Install dependencies:
cd chat-app npm install
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Set up your environment variables (e.g., MongoDB connection string, Cloudinary credentials).
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Run the development server:
npm run dev
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Open
http://localhost:3000
in your browser.
Feel free to contribute! Whether it's bug fixes, new features, or documentation improvements, your help is appreciated. Let's build an awesome chat experience together! 🚀