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Cross-Platform Video Calling & Messaging System

We built a full-featured mobile communication platform enabling users to make real-time video calls and send direct messages within a secure, cross-platform environment. Designed for scalability and reliability, the system supports live interaction, participant management, and seamless backend synchronization.

Tags: Mobile Development, Product Management, Technical Advisory

Key Features
Video Calling:
  • 🎥 One-on-one and group video sessions

  • 🔒 Secure room creation with token-based authentication

  • 👥 Real-time participant tracking and permissions

  • ⚡ Low-latency performance with auto-reconnect handling

 

Direct Messaging:
  • 💬 Instant chat with real-time updates via Firestore

  • 📱 User-to-user and group messaging

  • 🕒 Message history with timestamps and sender details

  • 🚀 Optimized for low-latency and offline reliability

 

Admin & System Functionality:
  • 🔐 Role-based permissions and session control

  • 🧩 Centralized service logic for video and chat lifecycle management

  • 🧠 Scalable backend architecture with Firebase Functions and Firestore

Tech Stack
Frontend:
  • React Native (Expo)

  • 100ms SDK for video integration

  • Custom UI components for calls, chat, and session management

 

Backend:
  • Firebase Functions for server-side logic

  • Firestore for real-time data and user session tracking

  • JWT-based authentication and 100ms Management API integration

Architecture
  • Real-Time Communication Layer (100ms SDK + Firebase)

  • Message & Room Management (Firestore collections)

  • Authentication & Access Control (Firebase Auth + Functions)

  • Centralized Client Services (video, chat, and session orchestration)

 

Outcome

Delivered a seamless, cross-platform communication system supporting both live video and chat features. The architecture provides a foundation for future extensions such as location sharing and emergency response capabilities.

Perfect for: Apps requiring in-app communication — including community networks, event platforms, or safety and coordination tools.

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