NodeChat is a simple, real-time chat application that allows users on the same LAN to communicate through a centralized server. It uses Redis for managing chatrooms and message delivery.
- LAN Chat: Chat with users on the same Wi-Fi or LAN network.
- Server Discovery: Clients automatically find the server using UDP broadcasting.
- Chatrooms: Join specific chatrooms to communicate with others. To leave a chatroom, type
exit. - Real-Time Messaging: Messages are delivered instantly using Redis Pub/Sub.
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Server:
- Broadcasts its IP for discovery.
- Manages chatrooms using Redis channels.
- Forwards messages between clients.
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Client:
- Discovers the server via UDP broadcast.
- Connects to the server and joins a chatroom.
- Sends and receives messages in real-time.
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Redis:
- Acts as a message broker.
- Manages chatrooms and distributes messages.
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