Chat via the console, with now and socket.io

In plain words

Chat via the console is a command-line chat application built with Node.js and Socket.io that launched in 2017. It allows users to communicate through their terminal or console interface. The application is designed for developers and technical users who prefer working in command-line environments and want a lightweight way to chat without leaving their console.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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