Real-Time Chat Application

This project is a real-time chat application built with Node.js, Express, and Next.js. It supports both one-to-one private chats and group chats, providing a smooth and interactive messaging experience. The application uses WebSockets for real-time communication and Tailwind CSS for modern, responsive design.

Features

• Real-Time Messaging: Send and receive text messages instantly.
• Image Sharing: Share images in chat conversations.
• Online/Offline Status: See which users are online or offline.
• Group Chat: Create and manage group chats.
• Private Chat: Engage in one-to-one private conversations.

Technologies Used

• Backend:
  • Node.js
  • Express framework
  • WebSockets for real-time communication
• Frontend:
  • Next.js (latest App Router)
  • Tailwind CSS for styling
• Languages:
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript

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