Develop Messaging between User and Vendor

[Angel591Diaz]

Develop Messaging between User and Vendor

Issue Summary

Implement a messaging feature that allows direct communication between users and vendors. This feature will facilitate interactions, allowing users to ask questions and negotiate with vendors regarding specific vehicle listings.

Objectives

1. Direct Messaging Interface:

   • Enable users to initiate conversations with vendors from vehicle listing pages.
   • Provide a dedicated chat interface for users and vendors to communicate in real-time.

2. Message Management:

   • Allow users and vendors to view and manage their conversations, including read receipts and message timestamps.
   • Implement message notifications to alert both parties of new messages.

3. Security and Privacy:

   • Ensure secure messaging by encrypting messages in transit.
   • Allow users to report or block inappropriate messages for enhanced safety.

Technical Details

• Database Structure: Create a messaging database schema to store conversation threads, messages, timestamps, sender and receiver IDs, and read status.
• Real-Time Messaging: Use a real-time communication protocol (e.g., Firebase Realtime Database, WebSockets) to provide a seamless chat experience.
• Notifications: Implement in-app or push notifications to alert users and vendors of new messages.

Acceptance Criteria

• Users can initiate and maintain real-time conversations with vendors.
• Conversations include timestamps, read receipts, and are accessible from a dedicated chat interface.
• Users and vendors receive notifications for new messages, ensuring prompt responses.

Tasks

1. Set up the database schema to store message threads and details.
2. Implement the chat interface for both users and vendors, accessible from relevant sections.
3. Integrate real-time messaging functionality for instant communication.
4. Set up notifications to alert users and vendors of new messages.
5. Test for messaging reliability, security, and user experience on multiple devices.

Notes

• Ensure messaging complies with data security standards to protect user privacy.
• Consider implementing a message archive or history feature for future reference.