ChatKaro

This repository contains the source code for a real-time chat application built using Node.js and Socket.IO. The application allows users to create chat rooms, join existing rooms, and exchange messages in real-time. Certainly! Below is a sample README.md for your ChatKaro project repository:

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Features

• Real-time Communication: Utilizes Socket.IO for real-time bidirectional event-based communication.
• Multiple Chat Rooms: Users can create new chat rooms or join existing ones.
• User Authentication: Optional user authentication system for personalized chat experiences.
• Message History: Displays chat history for each room, allowing users to view previous messages.
• Emoji Support: Supports emojis for adding visual expressions to messages.
• Responsive Design: Responsive layout to ensure optimal viewing experience across devices.

Technologies Used

• Backend:

  • Node.js
  • Express.js
  • Socket.IO
  • MongoDB

• Frontend:

  • HTML
  • CSS (with SCSS preprocessor)
  • JavaScript
  • Redux

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Ramu-chiluveru/ChatKaro.git

2. Install dependencies:

   cd ChatKaro
   npm install

3. Configure environment variables:

   • Create a .env file based on the provided .env.example template.
   • Update the .env file with your configuration settings (e.g., MongoDB URI, session secret).

4. Start the development server:

   npm start

5. Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000 to access the chat application.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you'd like to contribute to this project, please fork the repository and create a new branch for your feature or bug fix. After making your changes, submit a pull request for review.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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Feel free to modify and expand this README to include any additional information or customization specific to your project. You can also include screenshots, usage examples, or any other relevant details that might help users understand and use your ChatKaro application effectively.