Building a Real-Time Chat App: Adding User Avatar and Name to Chat Header

TLDRIn this video, we will add the user avatar and name to the chat header in our real-time chat app. This will make the chat more personalized and engaging for users.

Key insights

💬Adding user avatar and name to the chat header improves personalization.

📸The user avatar is fetched from the database and displayed in the chat header.

🔤The user name is also fetched from the database and displayed in the chat header.

Q&A

Why is it important to show the user avatar and name in the chat header?

Showing the user avatar and name adds a personal touch to the chat and helps users identify who they are chatting with.

How are the user avatar and name fetched from the database?

The user avatar and name are fetched using API calls to the backend server and displayed in the chat header using React Native components.

Can the user avatar and name be updated in real-time?

Yes, if the user updates their avatar or name, the changes will be reflected in real-time in the chat header.

Timestamped Summary

14:20Remove the set options from the chatroom screen to fix an error.

15:06Declare the user avatar and name in the navigation folder.

15:40Fetch the user avatar and name from the database using API calls.

16:58Display the user avatar and name in the chat header using React Native components.