Professional real-time messaging platform
Common Grounds is a modern real-time chat application with professional data architecture, JWT authentication, and Google Sheets backend supporting 100+ concurrent users. Built with real software engineering principles for reliability and scalability.
The platform eliminates common chat app issues like "Unknown User" errors, UI flashing, and duplicate conversations through proper user management and clean data architecture.
New users begin their Common Grounds experience by creating an account and learning how to connect with others through real-time messaging.
Visit the platform via web browser to begin your real-time chat experience
Sign up with your email and create a secure password using JWT authentication
Enter your real name and profile information for professional communication
Familiarize yourself with the chat interface and navigation system
Browse available channels and direct messages to connect with others
Start chatting with real-time message delivery and instant synchronization
Become an active participant in conversations and build connections
Regular users efficiently communicate with team members and friends through seamless real-time messaging.
Access your account securely with JWT authentication
Review new messages and conversation updates from while you were away
Choose from your channels or direct messages to engage with
Type and send messages with instant real-time delivery
Get real-time updates as others reply to your messages
Seamlessly move between multiple conversations without UI lag
Continue chatting throughout your day with reliable synchronization
Power users leverage advanced features like channel management, conversation organization, and user settings for optimal communication efficiency.
View your comprehensive conversation overview and statistics
Create, organize, or customize channels for different topics
Use smart deduplication to keep your chat history clean and organized
Customize notification preferences and display options
Use moderation tools to maintain healthy community standards
Download conversation history and analytics from Google Sheets backend
Fine-tune your setup for maximum productivity and communication efficiency
Messages sync instantly with optimized polling intervals
Real names for everyone, no more "Unknown User" errors
Automatic deduplication and clean organization
Fast loading, smooth interactions, no UI flashing
Supports 100+ concurrent users with professional error handling
Reliable backend with easy backup and data management
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