C++ Qt Chat Application

Note

I am still working on the project - features may be incomplete or subject to change.

Project Description

This is a local chat application written in C++ using Qt. The program opens two separate windows on the same computer, simulating a conversation between two users. Users can send and receive messages in real-time, providing a simple yet interactive chat experience.

This project helped me gain practical experience with Qt widgets, signals and slots, and C++ GUI programming.

Features

• Two chat windows for simulated conversation.
• Real-time message sending and receiving.
• Clean and simple UI with text input and display.
• Local chat simulation (no network required).

Screenshots

What I Learned

• Working with Qt Widgets and layouts.
• Using Signals & Slots to communicate between windows.
• Building a C++ GUI application.
• Structuring a project with multiple windows and event handling.

How to Run

1. Install Qt (Qt Creator).
2. Clone this repository: git clone https://github.com/ShaharAk1/CppChat.git
3. Open the project in Qt Creator (.pro file or CMakeLists.txt).
4. Build the project.
5. Run the application – two chat windows will open, allowing you to send messages between them.

System Requirements

• Qt 5 or 6
• C++17 or higher
• OS: Windows / macOS / Linux

Future Improvements

• Network chat over LAN or Internet
• Message history or logging
• Emoji support
• Customizable UI themes