Everything About XMPP - Extensible Messaging & Presence Protocol

Let’s take a closer look at what XMPP is, how it works, its specifications, features, architecture, use cases, and some real-life examples.

Product Update: Profile Update & Delete Conversations in Chat Widgets

With this week's latest update, we've added functionality to update user and group profiles on the fly and to delete conversations from your chat app.

8 Most Popular Instant Messaging & Chat Protocols

Ever wondered how a chat application actually works? We’ve created a list of the most prominent instant messaging protocols & frameworks that make it possible.

11 Silly Mistake Developers Make When Building a Chat Application

We’ve discovered the 11 most common mistakes that developers make when building a chat app from scratch. Jump in to find out what they are.

How to Use Web Chat to Engage Attendees at a Virtual Conference [4 Underrated Ideas]

In this article, we’ve jotted down the most underrated ideas that show how text, voice, and video chat can engage attendees at virtual conferences and events.

Top 7 In-App Chat Use Cases for eLearning Platforms

In this post, we’ll share the top in-app chat use cases for eLearning platforms that are helping businesses stand out from the competition and gain better results. Read on.

Why You Need to Update CometChat SDKs in Your App

In this article, we talk about the need to keep updated with the latest SDKs, mainly to utilize the best version of the service.

Product Update: Email Replies for Unread Messages

Never let any message go unread. Use email replies to keep up the user engagement.

50 Ridiculously Funny Programming Memes that Every Developer HAS to See!

Here's a collection of the most funny programming memes for software developers and engineers. Get ready to ROFL

Why E-learning Platforms Need In-App Chat

In this article, we explain the role of integrated text, voice and video chat for eLearning platforms, why it's important.

Should You Build Chat From Scratch or Buy Chat APIs?

Wondering whether you can build chat for your app or should you use Chat APIs? In this article, we help you answer the questions - what it takes and who should do it!

Understanding the Architecture & System Design of a Chat Application

In this article, we're going to break down messaging app architectures so that you can identify the best way to add chat to your website or app.

Product Update: Introducing New Extensions - Mentions and GIFs

We are excited to announce the launch of 2 new extensions for CometChat Pro: Mention & GIFs to help you better engage your users in chat

A Complete Guide to Building A Video Chat Application

This guide will take you through everything you need to know to make the ultimate real time video calling app for your business. Read on.

Build a Custom iOS Chat App With Pre-Built UI Kit for Swift [Video Tutorial]

In this post, expert iOS developer, Luke Allen takes you a video tutorial on how to build a iOS chat app using CometChat’s Swift UI Kit

Product Update: Send Private Messages to Group Members & Delete Messages

With CometChat's latest update users can now send private messages directly in response to a group chat and user can remove the 'deleted message' tag from chats

How to Create an MVP For a Chat App [A 6-Step Guide]

In this guide, Lisa Mo Wagner, talks about building an MVP for a chat app - what, why and how in 6 important steps for product managers and entrepreneurs.

CometChat Is SOC 2 Compliant!

After weeks of planning and working we are excited to announce that all CometChat Pro products are now SOC 2 Type 1 certified. Read on to find out more.