Dialectica is a real-time web application designed to facilitate structured debates and discussions. It enables users to engage in meaningful conversations with a moderated format, supporting both participants and administrators.

• Features
• Tech Stack
• Getting Started
• Configuration
• Deployment
• Project Structure
• License
• Contributing
• Community & Support

• User Authentication: Secure registration and login using JWT.
• Admin Dashboard: Manage users, debates, and platform settings.
• Debate Rooms: Real-time, moderated debate environments.
• User Profiles: Customizable profiles with statistics and achievements.
• Real-time Messaging: Instant communication via Socket.io.
• Responsive Design: Optimized for desktop and mobile.
• Statistics Tracking: User performance and engagement metrics.

• Backend: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: MongoDB (via Mongoose)
• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap
• Real-time: Socket.io
• Authentication: JWT

• Node.js (v14+ recommended)
• npm
• MongoDB (local or Atlas)

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/dialectica.git
   cd dialectica

2. Install dependencies

   npm install

3. Configure environment variables

   Create a .env file in the root directory:

   JWT_SECRET=your_jwt_secret
   MONGODB_URI=your_mongodb_connection_string
   PORT=5000
   

4. Start the application

   npm start

5. Development mode (auto-restart)

   npm run dev

• Database: Update MONGODB_URI in .env for your MongoDB connection.
• JWT Secret: Set a strong secret in JWT_SECRET.
• Port: Default is 5000, can be changed in .env.

Dialectica can be deployed on:

• Render: Free tier, GitHub integration.
• Railway: $5 free credit/month.
• Fly.io: Free tier with multiple VMs.
• MongoDB Atlas: Free cloud database.

See platform documentation for deployment steps.

Diel-MERN/
├── config/           # Database configuration
├── middleware/       # Auth and admin middleware
├── models/           # Mongoose models (User, UserStats)
├── public/           # Static frontend files (HTML, CSS, JS, images)
├── routes/           # Express route handlers
├── server.js         # Main server entry point
├── package.json      # Project metadata and scripts
└── README.md         # Project documentation

Boost Software License - Version 1.0 - August 17th, 2003

We welcome contributions! Please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch

   git checkout -b feature/your-feature

3. Commit your changes

   git commit -m "Add your feature"

4. Push to your branch

   git push origin feature/your-feature

5. Open a Pull Request on GitHub

• Write clear, descriptive commit messages.
• Follow existing code style and conventions.
• Add tests for new features when possible.
• Document your changes in the README if relevant.

Join our Discord server for help, discussions, and collaboration:

Discord: https://discord.gg/uc2AHnBd

GSSoC 25 contributors and mentors are welcome for better coordination and communication.

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/dialectica.git
   cd dialectica
   

2. Install dependencies

   npm install
   

3. Create a .env file in the root directory with the following variables:

   JWT_SECRET=your_jwt_secret
   MONGODB_URI=your_mongodb_connection_string
   PORT=5000
   

4. Start the application

   npm start
   

5. For development with auto-restart:

   npm run dev
   

This application can be deployed on various platforms:

• Render: Free tier with automatic deployments from GitHub
• Railway: Simple deployment with $5 free credit per month
• Fly.io: Free tier with 3 shared-cpu-1x 256mb VMs

For the database, MongoDB Atlas provides a free tier that works well with this application.

Boost Software License - Version 1.0 - August 17th, 2003

We welcome contributions to CreateMVP! Here's how you can contribute:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch for your feature (git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature)
3. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add some amazing feature')
4. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/amazing-feature)
5. Open a Pull Request

GSSoC 25 contributors and mentors . please join my dc server for better coordination and communication .

link : https://discord.gg/uc2AHnBd