VisionLink - Video Conferencing Application (MERN Stack)

Overview:

This project is a full-stack video conferencing application built using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js). It aims to provide a user-friendly platform for real-time video and audio communication, similar to the popular video conferencing tool Zoom.

Key Features

• Real-time video and audio communication: Users can connect and interact with others through audio and video streams.
• Room creation and management: Users can create and manage private or public rooms for video conferences.
• Screen sharing: Users can share their screens with others in the room for presentations or collaboration.
• Chat functionality: Users can engage in text-based messaging within a video call.
• User authentication and authorization: Users can register and log in to the application, and access control mechanisms are in place to manage room permissions.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: React.js, Redux (optional for state management)
• Backend: Express.js, Node.js, MongoDB (or a database of your choice)
• Real-time communication: WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication) or a third-party solution like Socket.IO

Setup Instructions

1. Prerequisites: Node.js (version 14 or later) and npm (or yarn) package manager installed on your system.
2. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/zoom-clone.git

3. Install dependencies:

   cd zoom-clone
   npm install

4. Configure database: Update database connection details in the backend configuration file (e.g., .env or similar).
5. Start the application:
   • Backend:

     npm start:backend

   • Frontend:

     npm start:frontend

Additional Notes

• This README.md provides a high-level overview. Refer to the codebase and relevant documentation for specific implementation details.
• Real-time communication using WebRTC is complex and may require additional configuration and testing. Consider using a third-party library or service if needed.
• Security considerations are crucial for video conferencing applications. Implement proper authentication, authorization, and encryption mechanisms to protect user data and communication.
• This is a basic foundation for a video conferencing application. You can extend its functionality with features like recording, meeting scheduling, integration with third-party tools, and more.

Disclaimer

This project is intended for educational purposes only and may not be production-ready. Further development and security considerations are necessary for real-world deployment.