NetChat

NetChat is a console-based chat application that allows users to communicate with each other over TCP and UDP connections. The application is written in C++ and uses sockets to establish connections between clients. Users can send and receive text messages in real-time, as well as view their chat history. The application includes error handling and input validation to ensure a smooth user experience.

Features

• Supports both TCP and UDP connections
• Real-time messaging
• Chat history
• Robust error handling and input validation
• Simple and intuitive user interface

Technologies Used

• C++
• Sockets
• TCP/UDP protocols
• Git

Learning Outcomes

During the development of NetChat, I gained experience in the following areas:

• Project management
• Networking protocols
• Socket programming
• Error handling and input validation
• NetChat is a great showcase of my skills in C++, networking, and project management. As I continue to develop and improve the application, I look forward to exploring new features and technologies, and applying what I've learned to future projects.

Installation

To install NetChat, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository to your local machine:

git clone https://github.com/Miguel-202/NetChat.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

cd NetChat

3. Compile the source code using your preferred C++ compiler:

g++ -o NetChat NetChat.cpp

4. Run the application:

./NetChat

Usage

Once you've installed NetChat, you can use the following commands to start a chat session:

• $register <username>: Registers the specified username for the current client session.
• $getlist: Returns a list of all connected clients.
• $getlog: Returns the chat log for the current session.
• $exit: Closes the connection to the server and exits the application.
• $chat <message>: Sends a message to all connected clients.
• Any other message: Sends a message to all connected clients.

To simulate a force quit, enter $quit during a chat session.

License

NetChat is licensed under the MIT License.

##Contributions Contributions to NetChat are welcome! If you'd like to contribute, please submit a pull request. Before submitting a pull request, please make sure your code follows the existing coding conventions and passes all tests.

Screenshots

TCP Connection Setup

This screenshot shows the TCP connection setup process for NetChat.

UDP Broadcast

This screenshot shows NetChat in action, broadcasting a message to all connected clients over UDP.