DEBATEBOX

1. DEBATEBOX

2. DEBATEBOX is a dynamic online platform designed for hosting engaging and interactive debates. With a user-friendly interface and a robust set of features, DEBATEBOX revolutionizes the way debates are conducted and experienced. Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, DEBATEBOX provides an inclusive environment for intellectual discourse and exchange of ideas.

   Key Features:

   1. Video Call Chatting: Seamlessly engage in face-to-face debates with integrated video call functionality. Experience real-time interactions and articulate your points effectively.

   2. User Dashboard: Access a personalized dashboard where users can manage their profile, track debate history, and stay updated on upcoming events.

   3. Personal Chats: Foster meaningful connections through private messaging. Initiate discussions, exchange thoughts, and build relationships with other users.

   4. Multi-format Debates: Host and participate in debates across various formats, including one-on-one, team debates, and panel discussions. Choose your preferred style and engage in lively exchanges.

   5. Tech Integration: Leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as MongoDB, EJS, Express.js, Node.js, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, jQuery, Socket.io, and WebRTC, DEBATEBOX ensures a seamless user experience and robust performance.

   6. Real-time Communication: Utilize chat features and real-time updates to enhance communication during debates. Stay connected with fellow debaters and moderators effortlessly.

   7. Interactive Interface: Enjoy an intuitive and interactive interface designed to facilitate smooth navigation and effortless participation in debates.

   8. Secure Environment: DEBATEBOX prioritizes user privacy and security. With encrypted messaging and secure data storage, users can engage in debates with confidence.

   Tech Stack:

   • MongoDB: For efficient data storage and management.
   • EJS (Embedded JavaScript): For dynamic content generation.
   • Express.js: For building the web application framework.
   • Node.js: For server-side JavaScript execution.
   • HTML: For structuring the web pages.
   • CSS: For styling the user interface.
   • JavaScript: For client-side scripting.
   • Bootstrap: For responsive and mobile-first design.
   • jQuery: For simplifying client-side scripting.
   • Socket.io: For real-time bidirectional event-based communication.
   • WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication): For enabling browser-to-browser communication.

Prerequisites:

Install node.js in your local system.

• npm

  npm install npm@latest -g

• nodemon

  npm install -g nodemon

Installation:

1. Clone the repo

   git clone https://github.com/kallol-khatua/debate-box.git

2. Install NPM packages

   npm install

3. Enter your API in .env

   CLOUD_NAME=<Enter your cloudinary cloud name>

    CLOUD_API_KEY=<Enter your cloudinary cloud api key>

   CLOUD_API_SECRET=<Enter your cloudinary cloud api secret>

    ATLAS_URL=<Enter your mongodb atlas url>

    SECRET=<Enter your secret code>

    EMAIL_USER=<Enter your google email id>

    EMAIL_USER_NAME=<Enter your email username>

    EMAIL_PASS=<Enter your app password for nodemailer>

4. Run

   npm run dev

License:

Distributed under the ISC License.