ConnectNow is a real-time video chat application that connects users with strangers for one-on-one video calls. It offers distance-based matching, interactive face filters, and robust safety features, making conversations engaging and secure. Built with modern web technologies, ConnectNow prioritizes seamless communication and user experience.

Real-Time Video Chat Powered by WebRTC for low-latency, peer-to-peer video streaming.

Smart Matching Connects users based on geographical proximity using the HTML5 Geolocation API and Haversine formula.

Interactive Face Filters Apply real-time filters during calls using TensorFlow.js for face detection and Canvas API for rendering.

Safety First Report or block inappropriate users, with automated moderation flags.

Responsive UI Built with React.js for a smooth, cross-device experience.

Frontend: React.js, Redux (state management), Styled Components

Backend: Node.js, Express.js, RESTful APIs

Real-Time Communication: WebRTC (video), Socket.io (signaling)

Face Filters: TensorFlow.js, Face-api.js

Geolocation: HTML5 Geolocation API, Geocode conversion (OpenStreetMap)

Database: MongoDB (user reports/sessions) [Add if applicable]

Node.js ≥16.x

npm ≥8.x

A modern browser (Chrome/Firefox recommended)

Clone the repository:

Install dependencies for both client and server:

cd client npm install

cd ../server npm install

Start the application:

npm start # Runs on http://localhost:3000

node index.js # Runs on http://localhost:5000

#Future Roadmap 🗺️ Text chat support

Multi-language filters

User authentication

Mobile app integration

Made with ❤️ by Lakshay Bhatia