About Us

Welcome to GatherLy

At GatherLy, we believe in the power of communication and connection. Our real-time chat application provides a seamless platform for users to interact, share ideas, and build communities. Whether you're looking to connect with friends, collaborate with colleagues, or establish a new chat room, GatherLy is here to make your experience smooth, secure, and instantaneous.

Our Vision

We aim to create a world where communication is effortless and immediate. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, GatherLy bridges the gap between people, making conversations happen in real time, no matter where you are.

What We Offer

  • User Authentication: Security is our priority. GatherLy offers robust user authentication, ensuring that your chats remain private and secure.
  • Dynamic Chat Rooms: Create and join chat rooms effortlessly. Each room has a unique identifier (UUID), making it easy to invite others and organize conversations around specific topics or interests.
  • Real-time Messaging: Experience the future of communication with our real-time messaging feature. Thanks to WebSocket technology, your messages are sent and received instantly, ensuring that your conversations flow naturally.
  • Admin Controls: GatherLy empowers admins with the tools they need to manage chat rooms effectively. Admins can delete rooms, remove users, and maintain a safe and respectful environment for all participants.
  • Responsive Design: Communication on the go has never been easier. Our application is designed to be fully responsive, providing an optimal experience on both desktop and mobile devices.

Technologies Behind GatherLy

  • Django: The backbone of our application, Django, is a powerful web framework that allows us to build a secure and scalable backend, managing everything from user authentication to data storage.
  • Django Channels: This is what makes our real-time messaging possible. Django Channels handle WebSocket connections, allowing us to deliver messages instantly and efficiently.
  • HTML/CSS/JavaScript: Our intuitive and user-friendly interface is crafted using these essential frontend technologies, ensuring that your experience with GatherLy is as smooth as possible.
  • SQLite: All user data and chat information are securely stored in our SQLite database, providing reliable and fast access whenever you need it.

Enjoy :)