Using Stream to Build a Livestream Chat App in Next.js

The tutorial outlines a method for creating a dynamic livestream chat environment using Next.js and Stream, enabling real-time interaction without requiring users to log in. It details the steps needed to set up a Stream account, configure user permissions to allow authless participation, and build a chat interface using Next.js and the Chatscope UI Kit. Key steps include creating a Stream application, enabling permissions for users to read and post messages, setting up a new Next.js project, and integrating shadcn/ui components for the chat interface. The tutorial also covers installing necessary libraries such as stream-chat and unique-username-generator to support chat functionalities, and demonstrates how to render chat messages and enable users to post messages within a channel. Finally, it provides guidance on deploying the application to Vercel, ensuring that the chat system is accessible and operational for users.