The document describes a capstone project to develop a real-time chat application using the Django web framework. The project aims to provide users with a seamless and interactive chatting experience through features like real-time messaging, user authentication, and support for multimedia content. It leverages Django Channels to enable WebSocket support for instant communication. The application is designed to integrate well with Django, be scalable, secure, and provide an intuitive user interface. Technologies used include Django, Django Channels, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WebSocket, and PostgreSQL.

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2. Student Name :Rahul Boddula
Student ID :STU63e5e06f035a61676009583
College Name :Balaji Institute of Technology and Science

3. CAPSTONE PROJECT SHOWCASE
Real Time Chat Application Using Django
Abstract | Problem Statement | Project Overview | Proposed Solution | Technology Used |
Modelling & Results | Conclusion | Q&A

4. Abstract
• The Real-Time Chat Application is a web-based communication
platform developed using the Django framework.This project
aims to provide users with a seamless and interactive chatting
experience by leveraging Django Channels for WebSocket
support.The application incorporates modern web technologies
to enable real-time messaging,ensuring instant communication
among users.
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5. Problem Statement
• In today's fast-paced digital landscape, efficient and real-time communication is vital for individuals and
businesses. While there are numerous chat applications available, there is a need for a customizable and
secure real-time chat platform tailored for specific use cases. The existing solutions often lack flexibility,
scalability, or robust integration with Django, a popular web framework for Python. To address these
shortcomings, our project aims to develop a Real-Time Chat Application using Django that overcomes
current limitations and provides a comprehensive solution for real-time communication needs.
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6. Project Overview
• In response to the growing demand for efficient and customizable real-time
communication solutions, this project proposes the development of a Real-Time
Chat Application using the Django web framework.
Objectives:
1.Django Integration: Seamlessly integrate the chat application with the Django
framework, allowing developers to leverage Django's features for building robust and
maintainable web applications.
2.Real-Time Communication: Implement WebSocket support to facilitate real-time
communication, ensuring instant message delivery and an interactive user experience.
3.Scalability: Design the application architecture to handle scalability efficiently,
allowing for a growing user base without compromising performance.
4.Security: Prioritize security measures, including end-to-end encryption, secure user
authentication, and protection against common web vulnerabilities.
5.User Experience: Create an intuitive and user-friendly interface, with features such
as real-time message updates, user status indicators, and support for multimedia
content.
6.Message Persistence: Implement a reliable message storage system to enable
users to access their chat history and maintain continuity in conversations.
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7. Technology Used
->Django and Django Channels for backend development.
->HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for frontend development.
->WebSocket for real-time communication.
->PostgreSQL for data storage.
This Real-Time Chat Application serves as a demonstration
of how Django, coupled with WebSocket support, can be
employed to create a feature-rich, scalable, and secure
communication platform.
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8. Modelling & Results
a. Database Schema:
The application's data model includes entities such as User, ChatRoom, and
Message. Users are associated with ChatRooms, where messages are
exchanged. The database schema is designed to support message persistence
and user relationships.
b.WebSocket Communication
Django Channels is utilized for WebSocket support. Channels handle
asynchronous communication between the server and clients, enabling real-time
updates. The WebSocket consumer manages connections and broadcasts
messages to the appropriate chat rooms.
c. User Authentication:
Secure user authentication ensures that only authorized users can access the chat
application. This is achieved through Django's built-in authentication system, and
users must log in to participate in chat rooms.
d. User Interface:
The user interface is designed for ease of use, featuring real-time message
updates, user status indicators, and multimedia support. A responsive design
ensures a consistent and pleasant experience across various devices.
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9. Conclusion
• The Real-Time Chat Application using
Django aims to fill the gap in the market by
providing a versatile and Django-integrated
solution for real-time communication. By
addressing key challenges and
emphasizing security, scalability, and user
experience, the project aims to deliver a
robust and customizable chat platform that
aligns with the best practices of Django web
development.
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10. Thank You!