Real-time Chat & Messaging App
ChatApp is a production-ready cross-platform real-time messaging application built with React Native, Expo, Node.js, and Socket.IO. Create conversations with other users, send instant messages with real-time delivery, see when users are typing, track user presence (online/offline status), and add emoji reactions to messages. The app features comprehensive user discovery and search, conversation management with deletion, paginated message history, read receipts for delivered messages, and responsive design optimized for iOS and Android. The backend provides robust JWT-based authentication, WebSocket support via Socket.IO, REST API endpoints, and is ready for Firebase integration. Perfect for demonstrating real-time architecture, distributed systems knowledge, and modern mobile development patterns.
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How to Use Real-time Chat & Messaging App
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Getting Started
Join real-time conversations with WebSocket messaging.
Instructions
- Register or login with JWT authentication
- See user presence indicators (online/offline)
- Browse available chat rooms or conversations
- Socket.IO provides real-time connectivity
Pro Tips
- Green dots show online users
- WebSocket fallback ensures connectivity
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