Chatify

Chatify is a full-stack chat application built with React, Vite, Express, and MongoDB.
It features real-time messaging, user authentication, and a modern UI.

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Project Overview

• Frontend: React + Vite
• Backend: Express.js, Node.js
• Database: MongoDB
• Authentication: JWT, bcryptjs
• Features:
  • User registration & login
  • Real-time chat interface
  • Secure messaging
  • Responsive design

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Tech Stack

• React
• Vite
• Express
• MongoDB
• JWT
• bcryptjs
• cookie-parser
• dotenv
• nodemon

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Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js v20.19+
• npm v9+
• MongoDB (local or Atlas)

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/DivyaRaval1909/chatify.git
   cd chatify

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install --prefix backend
   npm install --prefix frontend

3. Configure environment variables:

   • Create a .env file in /backend with your MongoDB URI and JWT secret.

4. Run the app locally:

   # Start backend
   npm run dev --prefix backend
   
   # Start frontend
   npm run dev --prefix frontend

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Deployment

• Ensure your deployment environment uses Node.js v20.19+.
• For Docker, use FROM node:20.19.0 in your Dockerfile.
• On platforms like Sevalla, set the Node.js version in the dashboard or config.

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Useful Links

• @vitejs/plugin-react
• @vitejs/plugin-react-swc
• React Compiler Installation
• TypeScript Template

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License

This project is licensed under the ISC License.

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Author

Divya Raval
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