🎥 Open Cam - Professional Camera Studio

A modern, professional web camera application showcasing advanced Browser API capabilities and modern web development practices. Built with vanilla JavaScript and cutting-edge web technologies to demonstrate expertise in client-side media handling, responsive design, and progressive web app development.

🌐 Live Demo

🚀 Coming Soon: Live demo will be available shortly at a dedicated URL for interactive testing and portfolio showcase.

👨‍💻 Developer Information

Built by: Siddharth Harsh Raj
Role: Full Stack Developer & UI/UX Designer
Specialization: Modern Web Technologies, Media APIs, Progressive Web Apps

Technical Expertise Demonstrated:

• Advanced JavaScript: ES6+, Async/Await, Modular Architecture
• Modern CSS: Custom Properties, Glassmorphism, Responsive Design
• Browser APIs: MediaDevices, Screen Capture, MediaRecorder, Canvas, IndexedDB
• Build Tools: Webpack 5, Babel, CSS Optimization, Code Splitting
• Deployment: Netlify, Performance Optimization, Security Headers

🚀 Enhanced Features

Core Functionality

• Advanced Camera Controls: Multi-device support with resolution selection (480p to 4K)
• Screen Recording: Full screen, window, or tab capture using Screen Capture API
• Real-time Filters: Live video filters with smooth transitions
• Professional Gallery: Modern grid layout with enhanced media management
• Responsive Design: Optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices

Professional UI/UX

• Glassmorphism Design: Modern dark theme with backdrop blur effects
• Smooth Animations: CSS transitions and micro-interactions
• Keyboard Shortcuts: Power user productivity features
• Accessibility: ARIA labels, screen reader support, and keyboard navigation

Recording Modes

• Camera Only: Traditional webcam recording
• Screen Only: Screen capture and recording
• Camera + Screen: Combined recording mode (demo implementation)

🛠 Technology Stack

Frontend Technologies

• HTML5: Semantic markup and modern web standards
• CSS3: Custom properties, flexbox, grid, and advanced animations
• JavaScript ES6+: Modern JavaScript with async/await and modules

Browser APIs

• MediaDevices API: Camera/microphone enumeration and control
• Screen Capture API: Professional screen recording capabilities
• MediaRecorder API: High-quality video/audio recording
• Canvas API: Real-time image processing and filters
• IndexedDB: Client-side media storage and management

External Libraries

• Font Awesome: Professional icon library
• Material Icons: Google's material design icons
• ShortID: Unique identifier generation

📱 Device Support

• Desktop: Full feature set with advanced controls
• Tablet: Optimized touch interface
• Mobile: Responsive design with gesture support
• Cross-browser: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge

🎯 Key Features for Portfolio

Advanced Media Handling

• Multiple camera/microphone device switching
• Dynamic resolution adjustment
• Real-time filter application
• Professional recording controls

Modern Web Development

• CSS custom properties and modern layout techniques
• Responsive design with mobile-first approach
• Progressive enhancement and graceful degradation
• Performance optimized with efficient DOM manipulation

User Experience

• Intuitive interface with visual feedback
• Smooth animations and transitions
• Error handling with user-friendly messages
• Keyboard shortcuts for power users

🚀 Getting Started

Quick Start (Development)

# Clone the repository
git clone <repository-url>
cd open-cam29-main

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Start development server
npm run dev

Visit http://localhost:3000 and allow camera/microphone permissions when prompted.

Production Build & Deployment

# Build for production
npm run build

# Deploy to Netlify (drag & drop dist folder)
# Or use Netlify CLI
netlify deploy --prod --dir=dist

Available Scripts

• npm run dev - Development server with hot reload
• npm run build - Production build with optimization
• npm run clean - Clean build directory
• npm run serve - Serve built files locally

⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts

• Space: Capture photo
• R: Start/stop recording
• G: Open gallery
• S: Open settings panel
• Esc: Close active panel

🎨 Design System

Color Palette

• Primary: #0a0a0a (Deep black)
• Secondary: #1a1a1a (Dark gray)
• Accent: #3b82f6 (Professional blue)
• Success: #10b981 (Green)
• Danger: #ef4444 (Red)

Typography

• System fonts for optimal performance
• Monospace for timer display
• Consistent sizing and spacing

🏗️ Project Architecture

Modular Structure

src/
├── index.html & gallery.html    # HTML templates
├── index.js & gallery.js        # Entry points
├── js/                          # Core modules
│   ├── camera.js               # Camera & recording logic
│   ├── database.js             # IndexedDB operations
│   └── ui-controller.js        # UI interactions & events
└── styles/                     # Stylesheets
    ├── main.css               # Core application styles
    └── gallery.css            # Gallery-specific styles

Build System

• Webpack 5: Module bundling with code splitting
• Babel: ES6+ transpilation for browser compatibility
• CSS Optimization: Extraction, minification, and autoprefixing
• Asset Management: Image optimization and font loading
• Development Tools: Hot reload, source maps, and dev server

🔧 Technical Implementation

Performance Optimizations

• Code Splitting: Separate bundles for main app and gallery
• Lazy Loading: Dynamic imports for better initial load times
• Caching Strategy: Content hashing for long-term caching
• Bundle Analysis: Webpack Bundle Analyzer for optimization insights

Security & Best Practices

• Content Security Policy: Implemented via Netlify headers
• HTTPS Required: Camera APIs require secure context
• Input Validation: Robust error handling and user feedback
• Progressive Enhancement: Graceful degradation for older browsers

📊 Browser Compatibility

Feature	Chrome 88+	Firefox 85+	Safari 14+	Edge 88+
Camera Access	✅	✅	✅	✅
Screen Recording	✅	✅	⚠️ Limited	✅
IndexedDB	✅	✅	✅	✅
MediaRecorder	✅	✅	✅	✅

📧 Developer Contact

Siddharth Harsh Raj
Full Stack Developer & UI/UX Designer

• Email: contact@siddharth-dev.tech
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/siddharthharshraj
• Portfolio: Specializing in modern web technologies and progressive web applications
• GitHub: Advanced JavaScript, React, Node.js, and modern web development

Skills Demonstrated in This Project:

• Frontend: Vanilla JS, Modern CSS, Responsive Design, PWA Development
• APIs: MediaDevices, Screen Capture, Canvas, IndexedDB, MediaRecorder
• Tools: Webpack, Babel, npm, Git, Netlify, Performance Optimization
• Design: Glassmorphism UI, Mobile-First Design, Accessibility, UX/UI

📄 License & Usage

© 2025 Siddharth Harsh Raj. All rights reserved.

This project demonstrates advanced web development skills and is available for portfolio review and technical assessment.

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Open Cam Studio - Showcasing the future of web-based media applications through advanced Browser API integration, modern build tools, and professional web development practices.