Chat Client
A terminal-based chat client written in C++ using ncurses and WebSockets. Lightweight, fast, and compatible with the JS ChatApp server.
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Project Overview
C++ Chat Client
A simple WebSocket-based chat client in C++ with an ncurses interface. Compatible with JS ChatApp.
App screenshot
Features
- Terminal-based UI with ncurses
- Split-screen layout with chat messages, user list and input area
- Join or create chat rooms
- See active users in rooms
- Message timestamps
- Chat history scrolling
- Resizable interface that adapts to terminal dimensions
Building
Dependencies
- IXWebSocket library
- nlohmann/json library
- ncurses library
- SSL/TLS support
Install Dependencies and Build
# Install dependencies
make deps
# Build the client
make
# Optionally install
sudo make install
Commands
/join <room> <username>- Join a room with specified username/help- Show available commands/rooms- Show available rooms on the server/exit- Exit the application
UI Navigation
- Arrow keys to scroll through chat history
- Type messages in the input area at the bottom
- Status information displayed in the bottom status bar
