animedaisuki / socket.amahanechat

This repository serves as the WebSocket server for Amahane Chat, facilitating real-time messaging and video calls. Built with Node.js, Express, and Socket.io.

AmahaneChat - Socket Server

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Description

This repository serves as the WebSocket server for Amahane Chat, a chat platform designed for anime and manga enthusiasts. The server is responsible for real-time messaging, handling WebSocket connections, and video call signaling.

Features

• User Management: Keeps track of connected users.
• Real-Time Messaging: Allows text and sticker messages.
• Conversation Management: Supports the addition of new conversations.
• Video Calls: Manages signaling for peer-to-peer video calls.

Technologies Used

• Node.js
• Express
• Socket.io

Project Structure

The Amahane Chat project is split across multiple repositories:

• Frontend: fe.jpchat
• WebSocket Server: so.amahanechat (Current repository)
• Backend: be.jpchat (Private, not publicly accessible at this time)

Installation

Clone the Repository

git clone [e-mail]:animedaisuki/so.amahanechat.git

Install Dependencies Navigate to the project directory and run:

npm install

Edit the .env file to include necessary environment variables like SOCKET_PORT and CORS_ORIGIN.

Run the Server To start the WebSocket server, navigate to the project directory and run:

npm start

The server should now be running and waiting for WebSocket connections on the specified port.

Events Handled

• addUser: Adds a new user and their socket ID to a list of connected users.
• sendMessage: Handles sending messages between users.
• addConversation: Notifies users when a new conversation has been initiated.
• callUser: Handles the initial signaling for a video call.
• answerCall: Manages the handshake between the calling parties.
• declineCall: Handles a call being declined.
• leaveCall: Manages the process when a user leaves a call.
• disconnect: Removes users from the list when they disconnect.

License

MIT License