CipherQuest: Interactive Encryption Learning Chat

CipherQuest reimagines secure messaging by turning decryption into a hands-on learning experience. Built with FastAPI and WebSockets, this chat app intentionally 'forgets' to decrypt messages, challenging users to write their own decryption algorithms in a built-in coding sandbox. Whether reversing Caesar ciphers or tackling AES encryption, users gain practical insights into real-world cryptography while exchanging messages in real-time.

The platform supports collaborative problem-solving, allowing peers to share decryption strategies or compete in encryption challenges. Behind the scenes, Python's Cryptography library ensures secure message handling, while Jinja2 templates deliver a clean, educational interface. Ideal for classrooms, coding bootcamps, or cybersecurity enthusiasts, CipherQuest gamifies cryptography fundamentals, bridging theory and practice. Features include preloaded cipher templates, progress tracking, and community-driven challenges. By making encryption tangible, it demystifies how everyday tools like HTTPS or blockchain secure data—turning users from passive consumers into active architects of digital privacy.