Ajay Sharma,
Nandan Kumar,
Surender,
Stuti Saxena,
- Student, Echelon Institute of Technology, Haryana, India
- Student, Echelon Institute of Technology, Haryana, India
- Student, Echelon Institute of Technology, Haryana, India
- Associate Professor, Echelon Institute of Technology, Haryana, India
Abstract
This research paper details the development of a location-based social networking application with a focus on offline first functionality. Guftgu is a communication application developed using React Native for the frontend and Node.js for the backend. It facilitates seamless, real-time conversations between strangers while prioritizing user privacy through complete anonymity. The platform’s intuitive interface, cross-platform compatibility, and efficient backend architecture enable smooth performance and user engagement. Designed with privacy at its core, Guftgu eliminates the need for personal identification, making it ideal for open dialogue without judgment or exposure. Whether for casual chatting or sharing thoughts freely, the app ensures secure and uninterrupted communication. Its architecture supports scalability and robust interaction, creating a trusted space for anonymous social connection. This paper explores the design and implementation of a messaging application that ensures a consistent user experience despite network disruptions. It details the architecture and technology stack, highlighting the use of local data storage, message queuing, and synchronization techniques. These methods enable uninterrupted communication in both direct chats (‘Guftgu’) and location-based group broadcasts (‘Mehfil’). The system is engineered to support seamless transitions between offline and online modes. Additionally, the platform emphasizes user anonymity, allowing individuals to connect with others in a specific geographic area without disclosing their identity, thereby fostering private yet meaningful social interactions.
Keywords: Offline-first, React Native, Node.js, location-based social networking, WatermelonDB, real-time communication, mobile application development
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Ajay Sharma, Nandan Kumar, Surender, Stuti Saxena. BUILDING A SMART CHATTING PLATFORM FOR SOCIAL NETWORKING:”GUFTGU”. Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices. 2025; 12(03):32-37.
Ajay Sharma, Nandan Kumar, Surender, Stuti Saxena. BUILDING A SMART CHATTING PLATFORM FOR SOCIAL NETWORKING:”GUFTGU”. Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices. 2025; 12(03):32-37. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jomsd/article=2025/view=234108
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Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 03 |
| Received | 05/07/2025 |
| Accepted | 31/07/2025 |
| Published | 12/12/2025 |
| Publication Time | 160 Days |
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