Real-time Chat

Implement real-time chat features in Gconv Prune

Overview

Gconv Prune's real-time chat system provides instant, responsive interactions with advanced AI models while maintaining context and ensuring smooth message delivery.

Core Features

Instant Messaging

  • Real-time message delivery
  • Typing indicators
  • Read receipts
  • Message status updates

Reliability

  • Automatic reconnection
  • Message persistence
  • Offline support
  • Error recovery

Implementation

WebSocket Setup

Initialize WebSocket connection with error handling and reconnection logic:

// WebSocket connection setup
const socket = new WebSocket(WEBSOCKET_URL);

socket.onopen = () => {
  console.log('Connected to WebSocket');
  startHeartbeat();
};

socket.onclose = () => {
  console.log('Disconnected from WebSocket');
  setTimeout(reconnect, 1000);
};

socket.onerror = (error) => {
  console.error('WebSocket error:', error);
  handleError(error);
};

Message Handling

Implement message sending and receiving with typing indicators:

// Send message
const sendMessage = async (message) => {
  socket.send(JSON.stringify({
    type: 'message',
    content: message,
    timestamp: Date.now()
  }));
};

// Handle incoming messages
socket.onmessage = (event) => {
  const data = JSON.parse(event.data);
  switch (data.type) {
    case 'message':
      handleNewMessage(data);
      break;
    case 'typing':
      updateTypingIndicator(data);
      break;
    default:
      console.log('Unknown message type:', data.type);
  }
};

Advanced Features

State Sync

Synchronize chat state across multiple devices and sessions.

Message Queue

Handle offline messages and ensure delivery order.

Error Handling

Robust error recovery and connection management.

Best Practices

Connection Management

Implement heartbeat mechanism and automatic reconnection with exponential backoff.

Message Handling

Use message queues and implement retry logic for failed message delivery.

Need Help?

For more information about real-time features, check our WebSocket API reference or contact our support team.