Video Player Project

YouTube-like Video Player Using React and Node.js

Introduction: Created a YouTube-like video player using React, Node.js, and MongoDB. This project manages video uploads, storage, and playback, demonstrating full-stack development skills.

Features

• Secure Video Storage: Backend stores videos securely using Multer and MongoDB.
• Dynamic Thumbnails: Frontend fetches and displays video thumbnails and URLs.
• Responsive Design: Ensures seamless playback and user interaction across devices.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Backend: Node.js, Express, MongoDB, Multer
• GitHub Repository: View on GitHub

Implementation

1. Backend Setup: Configured Node.js backend to handle video uploads and storage.
2. Frontend Integration: Integrated React frontend to fetch and display videos and thumbnails.
3. Database Management: Used MongoDB to store video paths and metadata securely.

Challenges

• Performance Optimization: Optimized video streaming and frontend rendering for better user experience.
• Security Measures: Implemented secure video storage and access controls.

Conclusion

The YouTube-like Video Player project highlights my expertise in full-stack development, showcasing robust backend management and responsive frontend design for multimedia applications.