OTT Platform with AWS 🎥🌐

This project is aimed at developing an Over-the-Top (OTT) platform leveraging various Amazon Web Services (AWS) to provide a scalable, reliable, and secure streaming solution for multimedia content.

Requirements 🛠️

• Apache Server: Ensure Apache server is installed and configured properly to host the backend of the application.
• Visual Studio or Sublime Text: Use any code editor such as Visual Studio or Sublime Text for writing and editing code.
• PHP: Make sure PHP is installed on your system to support server-side scripting for dynamic web pages.
• AWS Account: You'll need an AWS account to utilize various AWS services such as Amazon S3, AWS Lambda, and AWS Cognito.
• XAMPP: Install XAMPP to control and manage the Apache server along with other necessary components like MySQL.
• Database (phpMyAdmin): Set up a MySQL database using phpMyAdmin for storing user data, content metadata, and other related information.

Setup ⚙️

1. Prerequisites:

   • Install XAMPP and start the Apache server and MySQL database.
   • Set up an AWS account and configure AWS CLI with appropriate credentials.
   • Clone this repository to your local machine.

2. Configuration:

   • Configure the Apache server to serve the backend PHP files from the project directory.
   • Update the configuration files with your AWS credentials and other necessary settings.

3. Deployment:

   • Deploy the backend services using XAMPP or manually configure Apache to run PHP scripts.
   • Set up AWS services such as S3 for content storage, Lambda for serverless functions, and Cognito for user authentication.

4. Testing:

   • Test the application by accessing it through the browser and ensuring all functionalities work as expected.
   • Test user authentication, content streaming, and database interactions to validate the system's functionality.

Usage 📝

1. Sign Up / Sign In:

   • Users can sign up for a new account or sign in using their existing credentials through the provided authentication interface powered by AWS Cognito.

2. Browse Content:

   • Explore the available multimedia content categorized by genre, popularity, release date, etc.

3. Watch Content:

   • Stream videos seamlessly on different devices with adaptive bitrate streaming support facilitated by AWS services.

4. Subscription:

   • Subscribe to premium content with flexible subscription plans and payment options.

5. Analytics:

   • Monitor platform usage, user engagement, and revenue metrics through the analytics dashboard powered by AWS CloudWatch or other analytics tools.

Procedure 🛠️

1. Install XAMPP:

   • Download and install XAMPP from the official website.
   • Follow the installation instructions for your operating system.

2. Start XAMPP Server:

   • Launch XAMPP Control Panel.
   • Start the Apache server by clicking on the "Start" button next to it.

3. Copy Files to htdocs:

   • Navigate to the XAMPP installation directory, typically located in the C: drive.
   • Find the htdocs folder.
   • Copy or extract all project files into the htdocs folder.

4. Access Localhost:

   • Open your web browser.
   • Enter http://localhost or http://127.0.0.1 in the address bar.

5. View Web Application:

   • Your project should now be accessible through the localhost address.
   • If you have a specific page you want to appear as the homepage, mention its name in the URL, for example: http://localhost/index.php or http://127.0.0.1/home.html.

6. Interact with the Application:

   • Test the functionality of your application by interacting with it through the browser.
   • Ensure all features are working as expected.

7. Further Customization:

   • Customize the project files according to your requirements.
   • Modify the Apache server configuration if necessary.

8. Development and Testing:

   • Continue development and testing of your application locally.

9. Deployment:

   • Once the application is ready for production, consider deploying it to a live server for public access.

10. Documentation:

    • Document any configurations or customizations made for future reference.

Troubleshooting Tips ℹ️

• If you encounter any issues with Apache or accessing the localhost, check the XAMPP documentation or community forums for troubleshooting tips.
• Ensure proper file permissions for the project files within the htdocs directory.
• Check for any conflicts with other services running on the same port.

Note 📝

• Remember to stop the Apache server when not in use to conserve system resources and ensure security.
• Regularly update XAMPP and your project dependencies to maintain stability and security.

Contributing 🤝

Contributions to this project are welcome. Feel free to submit bug reports, feature requests, or pull requests to help improve the platform.

License 📄

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgments 🙏

• This project was inspired by the growing demand for OTT platforms and the need for scalable solutions in the streaming industry.
• Special thanks to the AWS team for providing powerful services and tools for building cloud-based applications.