Title: Chat Page Implementation
Description:
Develop the frontend user interface and backend infrastructure to power the real-time group chat and shared resources hub. This implementation must strictly adhere to the three-pane layout and visual aesthetic (warm cream background, gold/dark accents) established in [Mockup] Chat Page Mockup #41.
The technical implementation must include:
- Left Sidebar (Navigation & Search): Build a functional search bar and a dynamic, clickable list of the user's joined groups to allow seamless switching between active chat rooms.
- Center Pane (Real-Time Messaging): Implement the core chat functionality. This requires integrating real-time backend services (e.g., WebSockets or live database listeners) to handle instant message delivery and retrieval. Ensure message bubbles are dynamically styled (incoming left-aligned, outgoing right-aligned) and include timestamps and user avatars.
- Message Input & Attachments: Build a functional input bar that supports typing text, adding emojis, and handling file attachments.
- Right Sidebar (Shared Resources): Implement logic that automatically detects links or files sent in the main chat and indexes them into the "Shared Resources" sidebar for quick, permanent access.
- Database & State Management: Ensure chat history and uploaded resources are securely stored in the database and quickly fetched when a user navigates to a group.
Priority: High
Story Points: 8
Milestone: Unit 5 Deliverable
Title: Chat Page Implementation
Description:
Develop the frontend user interface and backend infrastructure to power the real-time group chat and shared resources hub. This implementation must strictly adhere to the three-pane layout and visual aesthetic (warm cream background, gold/dark accents) established in [Mockup] Chat Page Mockup #41.
The technical implementation must include:
Priority: High
Story Points: 8
Milestone: Unit 5 Deliverable