Overview of the Project
StreamNova is the next-generation online streaming platform designed to empower creators and engage viewers like never before. While platforms like YouTube and Twitch are doing business, StreamNova delivers new innovations with features designed for deeper creator-viewer engagement and new revenue models. Whether you’re a gamer, teacher, musician, or entrepreneur, StreamNova is the perfect opportunity for your creativity.
Unique Features
AI-Powered Personalized Streams: Viewers receive real-time recommendations based on their mood, time of day, and viewing habits.
Interactive Polls and Real-Time Quizzes: Content creators can engage audiences through live polls and quizzes integrated directly into the stream.
Blockchain-Based Tipping System: Secure, transparent, and instant tips for creators using blockchain technology.
Collaborative Streams: Allows multiple creators to live-stream together seamlessly, even from different locations.
3D Immersive Experiences: For VR-enabled users, StreamNova offers an unparalleled immersive experience.
Tools
To build StreamNova, we leveraged cutting-edge tools and technologies to ensure high performance and scalability:
Tools Used:
Frontend: React.js, Tailwind CSS
Backend: Node.js, Express.js
Streaming Services: WebRTC
Database: PostgreSQL for structured data
AI and Recommendations: TensorFlow.js
Cloud Hosting: AWS (S3, EC2)
Current Solution
StreamNova addresses the following limitations of traditional platforms:
Discoverability: Small creators often struggle to gain visibility. StreamNova’s AI ensures fair visibility to diverse creators.
Engagement: Unlike passive viewing on other platforms, StreamNova fosters active participation through interactive features.
Monetization: Transparent and creator-friendly earnings through ad revenue, subscriptions, and blockchain tips.
Accessibility: Offers VR/AR support and customizable interfaces for diverse audiences.
Acknowledgements
This project was made possible with the guidance and inspiration from many brilliant minds. Special thanks to Smaranjit Ghose for his mentorship and insights that shaped this project into reality