SafeChat

Authors

Steven Felter, University of the Pacific
Cameron Cowan, University of the Pacific
Neha Tammana, University of the Pacific

Lead Author Major

Computer Science

Format

SOECS Senior Project Demonstration

Faculty Mentor Name

Michael Doherty

Faculty Mentor Department

Computer Science

Abstract/Artist Statement

SafeChat is an android application that allows users to safely and securely chat with another user. The problem SafeChat will solve is creating a secure messaging app between friends, colleagues, and associates. The current solution is to use special browsers and discrete messaging systems on a computer, but these do not allow for real-time messaging mobily. SafeChat solves this by being a downloadable mobile application that allows for secure messaging with people you know. Security is achieved by using a standard encryption algorithm on the mobile device side of the application, not the server side. This allows for safer transmissions as any data that could be intercepted by a malevolent party could not be read or understood. The application functions by having a central server to process users chats from their android devices. Users are required to create an account with a username and password. Once successfully logged into their unique secure account, users have the ability to add other friends and securely chat.

Location

School of Engineering & Computer Science

Start Date

7-5-2016 2:30 PM

End Date

7-5-2016 4:00 PM