Giga Chat: Multilayer Chat and Video Application

Giga Chat is a full-stack, scalable chat and video conferencing platform designed to enable real-time communication in both group and direct messaging. Built using modern web technologies, the application supports text, voice, and video interactions with a focus on seamless, low-latency performance. It also includes user authentication and authorization with role-based access control for efficient member management.

🚀 Features

• Real-Time Messaging: Chat with individuals or groups with real-time message synchronization using Socket.IO and polling.
• Video and Audio Calls: Conduct high-quality video and voice calls powered by Livekit.IO.
• Group and Direct Messaging: Supports both group chats and private conversations with member management.
• Authentication: Secure authentication using ClerkApi, with support for Google and GitHub sign-ins.
• Role-Based Access Control: Manage members with defined roles (admin, moderator, user) for controlled access and functionality.
• Scalable Architecture: Efficient backend setup using PostgreSQL and Prisma for database management.
• Responsive UI: Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS for a clean and responsive user experience.

🛠️ Technologies Used

• Frontend: Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Prisma, PostgreSQL, Node.js, Zustand
• Real-Time Communication: Socket.IO, Livekit.IO
• Authentication: ClerkApi
• Version Control: Git
• Deployment: Vercel (for hosting)

📸 Screenshots

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💡 How It Works

1. User Authentication: Users sign in securely via Google or GitHub using ClerkApi for multi-factor authentication.
2. Real-Time Messaging: Once authenticated, users can engage in real-time chat via WebSockets with the option to create or join groups.
3. Voice/Video Calls: Users can initiate audio or video calls in real-time using Livekit.IO for low-latency communication.
4. Role-Based Management: Admins can assign roles to users, granting specific permissions such as moderating chat, kicking members, or creating new rooms.

⚙️ Future Improvements

• Push Notifications: Implement push notifications for new messages and missed calls.
• File Sharing: Add support for sharing files and images during conversations.
• Advanced Role Management: Implement customizable roles for better access control.
• Mobile Application: Develop native apps for iOS and Android to extend platform availability.

🧑‍💻 Author

• Dharya Jasuja