NoConvo ✨

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NoConvo is a chat application built using React and Firebase, featuring AI-powered chats through the Gemini API. Users can create and join conversational groups ("convos") and chat with their personal AI partner, which adopts a funny and quirky personality as a virtual boyfriend or girlfriend.

Features

1. React Frontend: A responsive and interactive user interface.
2. Firebase Backend:
   • Authentication: Uses Google authentication.
   • Firestore: Real-time data storage and management.
3. Gemini API: Powers the AI partner, which provides humorous and conversational replies.
4. Core Functionalities:
   • Create Convos: Start your own conversation group.
   • Invite Others: Share a join link to invite people to your convo.
   • Join Convos: Use a join link to participate in other conversations.
   • AI Chat Partner: Chat with an AI partner that adds a fun, personalized experience.

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Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js: Ensure you have Node.js installed on your machine.
• Firebase Project:
  • Set up a Firebase project.
  • Enable Google Authentication in Firebase Auth.
  • Enable Firestore in your Firebase project.

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Steps to Run Locally

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone <repo-url>
   cd <repo-folder>

2. Install Dependencies

   npm install

3. Set Up Environment Variables
   Create a .env file in the root directory and add the following variables with your Firebase and Gemini API credentials:

   VITE_BASE_URL=http://localhost:5173
   
   VITE_FIREBASE_API_KEY=<your-firebase-api-key>
   VITE_FIREBASE_AUTH_DOMAIN=<your-firebase-auth-domain>
   VITE_FIREBASE_PROJECT_ID=<your-firebase-project-id>
   VITE_FIREBASE_STORAGE_BUCKET=<your-firebase-storage-bucket>
   VITE_FIREBASE_MESSAGING_SENDER_ID=<your-firebase-messaging-sender-id>
   VITE_FIREBASE_APP_ID=<your-firebase-app-id>
   VITE_FIREBASE_MEASUREMENT_ID=<your-firebase-measurement-id>
   
   VITE_GEMINI_API_KEY=<your-gemini-api-key>

4. Run the Development Server

   npm run dev

5. Access the App
   Open your browser and go to http://localhost:5173.

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Deployment

To deploy the application:

1. Set up Firebase Hosting in your Firebase project.
2. Build the app:

   npm run build

3. Deploy to Firebase Hosting:

   firebase deploy

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Author

Created by Mayank.