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CUCHAT-APP

CUCHAT-APP enables Carleton University students to chat amongst themselves using the domain name of the school. It provides real-time communication and various features to enhance user interaction.

Features

• Add a Friend: Connect with other students.
• Delete a Friend: Remove connections easily.
• See Online Status: Check the availability of your friends.
• Block Users: Restrict unwanted communications.

Tech Stack

• JavaScript
• React
• Node.js
• TailwindCSS
• MongoDB
• Zustand
• Toast
• HTML

Installation Instructions

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/cuchat-app.git

2. Navigate to the Project Directory

   cd cuchat-app

3. Install Dependencies

   npm install

4. Development Dependencies

   npm install --save-dev nodemon

5. Environment Variables

   Create a .env file in the root directory and add your environment variables. Example:

   MONGO_URI=your_mongodb_connection_string
   JWT_SECRET=your_jwt_secret
   

Usage

To start the application, use the following command:

npm run server

This will start the server and allow you to begin chatting with friends.

Screenshots

Contributing

Contributions are welcome to improve the CUCHAT-APP. Please follow these guidelines:

1. Fork the Repository: Create a personal copy of the repository on GitHub.
2. Create a Branch: Develop your feature or fix on a separate branch.
3. Submit a Pull Request: Open a pull request with a clear description of your changes.

Acknowledgments

• Socket.io for real-time communication
• TailwindCSS for styling
• MongoDB for database management

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