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Real-Time Chat Application

Real-Time Chat Application

2023

A modern communication solution prioritizing speed and privacy. This platform allows creating themed rooms, sending direct messages, and sharing files securely. Built on a WebSockets architecture, it guarantees instant delivery of every message.

Key Features

  • Instant messaging via WebSockets
  • Public and private chat rooms
  • Typing indicators and connection status
  • Persistent and searchable message history
  • Mobile-first responsive design

Tech Stack

TypeScript
TypeScript
Next.js
Next.js
Tailwind CSS
Tailwind CSS
NestJS
NestJS
Socket.io
Socket.io
PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL

Challenges & Learnings

Handling WebSocket connections scale was a key learning. Implementing automatic reconnection and 'online/offline' state management reliably under unstable network conditions was a significant technical challenge.