Developing a Real-Time Chat Application using MERN Stack

To design and implement a real-time chat application using MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js) technology.

To integrate web sockets for real-time communication between users.

To create a user-friendly interface for users to send and receive messages, view online/offline status, and manage chat rooms.

Set up the MongoDB database and create schemas for users, messages, and chat rooms.

Develop RESTful APIs using Express.js for user authentication, message handling, and chat room management.

Implement real-time communication using web sockets and integrate socket.io library into the application.

Design and develop the frontend components using React to allow users to interact with the chat application.

Test the application for functionality, performance, and user experience.

Document the development process, including challenges faced and solutions implemented.