ChatEasy Android Application

ChatEasy is a real-time messaging Android application that utilizes a Node.js backend running both an Express server and a Socket.IO server. It enables users to communicate in real-time, create groups, and engage in one-to-one conversations.

Features

• Real-time Messaging: Instant messaging functionality for seamless communication between users.
• Group Creation: Users can create groups for collaborative discussions and messaging.
• Group Administration: Group administrators can manage group settings and members.
• Express Server: Handles HTTP requests and API endpoints for user authentication and messaging functionalities.
• Socket.IO Server: Facilitates real-time bidirectional communication for instant messaging updates.

Preview Video

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Backend Setup

The backend is built using Node.js and utilizes Express for RESTful APIs and Socket.IO for real-time communication. To set up the backend:

1. Clone the Repository: Clone the backend repository.
2. Install Dependencies: Run npm install to install all necessary dependencies.
3. Environment Variables:: Create a .env file in the web directory and add the following.

MONGO_URL='<MongoDB_Url>'
PORT=3001
JWT_SECRET='512 bit Jwt_Secret'
API_VERSION='v1'

4. Start Server: Use npm run dev to start both the Express and Socket.IO servers.

Running the Android App

To run the ChatEasy Android application:

1. Clone the Repository: Clone the Android application repository.
2. Set Backend URL: Set the backend URL in the app to communicate with the Node.js backend in strings.xml.
3. Build and Run: Build the Android app and run it on an Android emulator or a physical device.

Tech Stack

• Android: Java for Android application development.
• Node.js: Backend server environment.
• Express: Backend server framework for handling HTTP requests.
• Socket.IO: Real-time bidirectional event-based communication.

Feel free to contribute, report issues, or suggest new features to enhance ChatEasy!