Chatify

Chatify is a minimalist and modern chat application designed to facilitate real-time communication among users. Built using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) and enhanced with WebSocket support for live updates, Chatify provides an intuitive and engaging chat experience.

Features

• User Authentication: Secure login and signup features using JWT.
• Real-time Messaging: Seamless real-time communication with WebSocket integration.
• Room Management: Create, join, and manage chat rooms with ease.
• Message History: Persistent chat history with support for viewing past messages.

Installation

To get started with Chatify, follow these steps:

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/Chatify.git

2. Navigate to the Project Directory

   cd Chatify

3. Install the Required Packages

   For the backend:

   cd server
   npm install

   For the frontend:

   cd client
   npm install

4. Set Up the Environment Variables

   Create a .env file in the server directory and add the following environment variables:

   PORT=3000
   DATABASE_URL=your_mongodb_url
   ACCESS_TOKEN_SECRET=your_jwt_secret

5. Start the Development Server

   For the backend:

   npm start

   For the frontend:

   npm run dev

6. Access the Application

   Open http://localhost:5173 in your browser to access Chatify.