Connectify

Connectify is a full-stack chat application built with React, Node.js, and Express. It features real-time messaging with read/unread notifications, ensuring a seamless communication experience. The application leverages Tailwind CSS for styling, providing a modern and responsive design.

Features

• Real-time Messaging: Instantly send and receive messages.
• Read/Unread Notifications: Track which messages have been read or are unread.
• User Authentication: Secure login and registration system.
• Database Connectivity: Persist messages and user data with a connected database.

Tech Stack

• Frontend

  

  

• Backend

  

  

  

• Database

  

• Authentication & Authorisation

  

• IDE

  

Installation

Prerequisites

• Node.js
• npm (Node Package Manager)
• MongoDB
• SocketIO

Steps

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/Ashutosh-pixel/Connectify.git
   cd connectify
   

2. Install Dependencies

   npm install
   

3. Setup Environment Variables

   PORT = "port number "
   DB_URI = "mongodb URI link paste here"
   SECRET_KEY = "give secret key"
   

4. Install Dependencies

   npm run build
   

5. Run the Application

   npm run start

Usage

1. Register a New Account: Sign up with your email and create a password.
2. Login with Your Credentials: Use your email and password to log in.
3. Start Chatting!: Begin sending and receiving messages in real time.

Screenshots

Login Page

Signup Page

Chat Interface