
Multiplayer Tic-Tac-Toe with Room Join Feature
Problem Statement
Classic board games like Tic-Tac-Toe are ideal for short, competitive sessions. There is a demand for simple online platforms that allow real-time play between remote users without account creation or heavy setup.
Project Objective
To build a real-time two-player Tic-Tac-Toe game with a private room joining system, allowing users to compete live via unique room codes.
Core Modules
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User Interface: Clean layout for grid, player names, and messages.
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Room Management: Generate & join private game rooms.
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Game Logic Engine: Manages moves, checks for win/draw.
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Real-Time Communication: Syncs moves across browsers instantly.
Key Features
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Unique room code generation
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Real-time updates using Socket.io
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Player status messages (turn, win, draw)
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Optional restart option after game ends
Tech Stack
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Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
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Backend: Node.js (Express) + Socket.io
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Database: Not required unless saving results
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Deployment: Can be hosted on Heroku or Render