Java Chat Application

Project Description

This project is a Java-based client-server chat application that uses Swing and AWT for the GUI and Sockets for network communication. The project includes a client-side and a server-side application, allowing real-time text communication between two systems.

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Features

Client-Side

• Graphical User Interface (GUI) designed using Swing and AWT.
• Chat interface includes user profile, video, call, and more options icons.
• Send and receive messages in real-time.
• Displays message timestamps.
• Exit application with a back button.

Server-Side

• GUI similar to the client-side for a consistent user experience.
• Handles multiple client connections (basic implementation provided).
• Displays received messages in real-time.
• Sends messages to the connected client.

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Technical Stack

• Frontend: Java Swing and AWT
• Backend: Java Sockets for network communication
• IDE: Eclipse , VSCode
• Protocol: TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)

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How to Run the Project

Prerequisites

1. Install Java JDK 8+.
2. Install any IDE like IntelliJ IDEA or Eclipse.

Steps to Run

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/java-chat-application.git

2. Open the project in your IDE.
3. Compile and run the Server program:
4. Navigate to the Server.java file and run the main method.
5. Ensure the server is listening on port 6001.
6. Compile and run the Client program:
7. Navigate to the Client.java file and run the main method.
8. The client connects to the server on 127.0.0.1 and port 6001.
9. Start chatting between the client and server!

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Project Structure

   src/
    ├── Client.java    // Client-side application
    ├── Server.java    // Server-side application
    └── icons/         // Images used for GUI elements

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Demo

Here’s how the application looks when running:

Server-Side	Client-Side

Acknowledgements

Developed by [ Abhinav Anpan ] to explore the fundamentals of Java GUI development and socket programming.