I was given an interesting task: to integrate new Telegram Nodes into the existing application structure. Since the app does not have a bottom navigation menu, I decided to use a sidebar, optimizing it to host chats, channels, and Nodes. The remaining menu items were moved to the profile or account menu.
Telegram Nodes are a unique tool that brings together different types of chats: channels, groups, as well as individual voice and video chats. They can be grouped by meaning and topics, which makes searching for and sharing useful information especially convenient. Telegram Nodes allow you to store images, videos, contacts, and links, making it easy to share all the necessary information related to a group’s topic.
Within each Node, it is possible to create a sub-account depending on the role and use different avatars, which creates a sense of full immersion in the community. In addition, such communities can feature various achievements, making them even more engaging and exciting

I found it very interesting to work on the iOS version of the app. I’m an Android user, and this allowed me to look at the problem from a different perspective. In addition, I had only two hours before the deadline to complete the task.
I decided to add a new section to the menu — Telegram Nodes. In this section, I wanted to demonstrate the interaction logic within chats and channels created inside Telegram Nodes.
I thought that these channels should also appear in the general “All Chats” section of Telegram, so users could continue communicating without entering Telegram Nodes. It seems convenient for users: they would be able to reply to chats faster and more easily, without spending time searching for the necessary information inside Telegram Nodes