Duo Talk

Duo Talk is a real-time chat application built using the Flutter framework for the front end and Firebase for messaging on the backend. It offers a seamless and secure way to connect and communicate with friends and family, with a host of features designed to enhance the user experience.

App Stack

• Front End: Built with Flutter, utilizing the Provider package for efficient state management.
• Back End: Powered by Firebase for real-time messaging.

Key Features

1. Authentication:

   • Duo Talk offers a robust user authentication system, supporting multiple authentication providers for a secure and convenient registration and login process.

2. Real-Time Connectivity (Cloud Firestore):

   • Real-time updates are enabled using Firebase Cloud Firestore, ensuring that conversations and messages are delivered instantly with the highest level of security.

3. Efficient File Sharing (Cloud Storage):

   • Duo Talk seamlessly integrates Firebase Cloud Storage for image sharing, providing an efficient and reliable way to exchange multimedia content.

4. Instant Notifications (Cloud Messaging):

   • Stay engaged with the app through managed push notifications, powered by the Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) API V1.

5. Backend Deployment (Google Cloud):

   • The Node.js server-side code is deployed via Google Cloud Functions, enhancing backend functionality.

6. Effortless Distribution (Firebase App Distribution):

   • I used Firebase App Distribution for beta testing and app updates, making it easier to manage and distribute the app to users and testers.

7. Performance Insights (Analytics and Monitoring):

   • To ensure optimal performance, Duo Talk leverages Firebase's Analytics, Crashlytics, and Performance Monitoring SDKs, helping us identify and address potential issues.

8. Extensions:

   • Optimize user data management with Firebase extensions, improving the efficiency and functionality of the app.

9. Efficient Search Functionality (Algolia):

   • Enhanced user experience with efficient and powerful search capabilities, thanks to Algolia integration.

Skills

• Front End Development
  • Dart
  • Flutter
• Back End Development
  • Node.js
  • Firebase
    • Cloud Firestore
    • Cloud Messaging (FCM API V1)
    • Authentication
    • Storage
    • Cloud Functions
    • App Distribution
    • Crashlytics and Analytics
    • Extensions
• Technologies
  • Algolia
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Development Tools
  • Android Studio
  • GitHub

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Contribute

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