Java Two-Way Chat Application

A simple two-way chat application using Java Sockets that allows a client and server to communicate in real time.

Features

✅ Bi-directional communication (both client and server can send messages)
✅ Multi-threaded implementation for simultaneous sending and receiving
✅ Simple and lightweight console-based chat system
✅ Easy to run in IntelliJ IDEA or any Java environment
✅ Handles multiple messages and responses properly

Prerequisites

• Java 8+ installed
• IntelliJ IDEA (or any Java IDE)
• Basic knowledge of Java networking

Installation & Setup

1️⃣ Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/your-username/Java-Chat-App.git
cd Java-Chat-App

2️⃣ Open in IntelliJ IDEA

• Open the project in IntelliJ IDEA.
• Ensure Java is installed and configured.

3️⃣ Run the Application

Run Server

1. Open Server.java.
2. Click Run ▶.

Run Client

1. Open Client.java.
2. Click Run ▶.

You can now chat between the client and server! 🎉

How It Works

• The Server starts and waits for a client to connect.
• The Client connects to the server.
• Both can send and receive messages simultaneously using multi-threading.
• Messages from both sides are displayed properly without confusion.

Example Usage

Server is running on port 5000
Client connected!

Client: Hello
Server: Server received: Hello
Client: Wht
Server: Server received: Wht

Future Improvements

🔹 Add GUI (Graphical User Interface) for better user experience
🔹 Support multiple clients using threading
🔹 Encrypt messages for secure communication
🔹 Improve message formatting for better readability

License

This project is open-source and available under the MIT License.

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💡 Feel free to contribute and enhance this project! 🚀