TalkieNet

A real-time chat room application utilizing socket programming and TCP/IP protocols. Clients connect to a central server over TCP/IP, enabling seamless communication and message exchange within the chat room environment.

Features

• Multiple clients can join a chat room.
• Clients can send and receive messages in real-time.
• Admins can approve join requests from new members.
• Admins can perform actions like transferring adminship and kicking members.
• Communication is facilitated through TCP/IP sockets.

How to Run

ON Linux or Windows

1. Open a terminal.

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd path/to/project
   

3. Run the server using

   python server.py localhost 8000
   

4. Open another terminal window and run multiple client instances:

   python client.py localhost 8000
   

Usage

Follow the on-screen instructions in the client terminal for creating/joining groups and sending/receiving messages. Admins can use specific commands to manage the chat room. Press Ctrl+C in the terminal to stop the server and client instances.

Dependencies

Python 3.x

Notes

This is a simplified demonstration and may require further refinement for production use. Proper error handling, security considerations, and scalability are important aspects for real-world applications. Replace path/to/project with the actual path to your project directory.