ChatStream

Overview

This Chat Application is designed to provide real-time communication between users. It supports real-time messaging.

Technology Stack

• Frontend: React.js
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: MongoDB
• Real-Time Communication: WebSockets (Socket.io)

Setup Instructions

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Amit1405/chat-application.git
   cd chat-application

2. Install backend dependencies:

   cd backend
   npm install

3. Install frontend dependencies:

   cd ../frontend
   npm install

4. Run the backend server:

   cd ../backend
   npm start

5. Run the frontend server:

   cd ../frontend
   npm start

6. Access the application: Open your browser and go to http://localhost:3000.

Usage

• **Sign Up **: Create a new account or log in with existing credentials.
• Chat: Start real-time conversations with your friends.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please fork the repository and submit a pull request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.