Deploying the Chat Application

This video tutorial guides viewers through deploying a Node.js chat application to a production server using Git and Heroku. It covers setting up a Git repository, creating a Heroku application, and testing the deployed app. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of version control and real-time communication using web sockets.

What is the primary goal of deploying the chat application?

• To allow users to access the app offline

• To enable real-time communication over the internet

• To test the app's performance on different devices

• To integrate the app with social media platforms

Which files should be excluded from the Git commit?

• Node modules folder

• Configuration files

• Source directory files

• Public directory files

What is the purpose of creating a GitHub repository for the chat app?

• To integrate with social media

• To enable offline access

• To back up code and collaborate

• To improve app performance

What command is used to create a Heroku application?

• heroku deploy

• heroku start

• heroku init

• heroku create

How can you verify that the chat application is working correctly on Heroku?

• By integrating with third-party services

• By checking the app's offline capabilities

• By ensuring real-time chat functionality

• By testing the app on multiple devices

What technology is used for real-time communication in the chat application?

• REST API

• GraphQL

• Web sockets and Socket.IO

• AJAX

What is the benefit of using web sockets in the chat application?

• To improve data security

• To enhance user interface design

• To reduce server load

• To enable persistent connections