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Stop typing alone! Test your WPM in real-time 5v5 lobby battles with Typing Over It

Hey DEV Community! ๐Ÿ‘‹

I'm excited to share a project I've been building and tuning over the past few months: TypingOverIt.com โ€” a real-time, 5v5 competitive player-vs-player typing game designed specifically for speed enthusiasts and developers.


๐Ÿ’ก Why Typing Over It?

Most typing platforms focus on solo tests or basic head-to-head racing against a timer. I wanted to build something more interactive and social โ€” bringing the excitement of 5v5 lobby mechanics and real-time competition to typing practice.

Whether you're looking to take a quick break between pull requests, improve your accuracy, or prove your WPM to your peers, Typing Over It is built to deliver a clean, fast-paced environment.


๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Key Features

  • ๐ŸŽฎ 5v5 Real-time Multiplayer: Jump into live lobbies and race against real players in real time.
  • โšก Low Latency Performance: Powered by Socket.io and Next.js for instant input feedback and smooth room sync.
  • ๐Ÿ“Š Live Stats Tracking: Real-time WPM, accuracy metrics, and performance feedback as you race.
  • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Lobby Chat: Connect and chat with other players between matches.

โšก Tech Stack Behind the Game

For those interested in how itโ€™s built under the hood:

  • Frontend: Next.js (App Router), Tailwind CSS
  • Backend: Node.js, Express.js
  • Real-time Engine: Socket.io
  • Database: MongoDB

๐ŸŽฏ Try It Out & Share Your Feedback!

Check it out live at ๐Ÿ‘‰ typingoverit.com

Iโ€™d love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or any features you'd like to see next!

  • Whatโ€™s your peak WPM? Drop your top speed or feedback in the comments below! ๐Ÿ‘‡

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