ChatApp

This application allows users to communicate in real-time via a chat interface.

Features

Real-time messaging with Socket.IO
User-friendly chat interface
Fast development with Vite
Scalable backend with Node.js and Express

Technologies Used

Frontend: React, Vite
Backend: Node.js, Express
Real-Time Communication: Socket.IO

Getting Started

Installation

Clone the repository:

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

Navigate to the server directory and install dependencies:
```
cd server
npm install
```
Navigate to the client directory and install dependencies:
```
cd client
npm install
```

###Running the Application

Start the backend server:
```
cd server
nodemon index.js
```
Start the frontend development server:
```
cd client
npm run dev
```
Open your browser and navigate to:
```
http://localhost:5173/
```

Usage

Chat Interface: Users can send and receive messages in real-time.
Real-Time Updates: Messages are instantly updated across all connected clients.