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Released on 2023.
Scalable Media Streaming Platform

Scalable Media Streaming Platform

Architected and developed the scalable backend API and Admin UI for a high-traffic media streaming service.

A comprehensive media streaming platform serving significant active users, built from the ground up using modern web technologies and best practices. This project involved a complete architectural overhaul and migration from a legacy CodeIgniter system to a robust Laravel-based solution.

Project Overview

In 2023, I was tasked with modernizing an existing media streaming platform that suffered from significant security vulnerabilities and performance issues. The legacy system, built with CodeIgniter, required a complete rewrite to meet current security standards and handle the growing user base.

The Challenge

The original platform had several critical issues:

  • Multiple security vulnerabilities in the legacy codebase
  • Poor performance under high traffic loads
  • Outdated architecture that hindered feature development
  • Lack of real-time communication capabilities

Technical Architecture

Frontend Layer

  • Alpine.js: Lightweight reactive framework for interactive UI components
  • Tailwind CSS: Utility-first CSS framework for rapid UI development
  • Vue.js: Component-based architecture for chat UI interfaces
  • Preline UI: Extensive Tailwind CSS component library offering ready-made UI elements for faster development
  • Responsive Design: Mobile-first approach ensuring optimal experience across devices

Backend Infrastructure

  • Laravel 10: Modern PHP framework providing robust foundation with built-in security features
  • RESTful API Design: Clean, standardized endpoints for seamless client-server communication
  • Authentication & Authorization: Secure user management with role-based access control
  • Input Validation: Comprehensive data sanitization and validation layers

Real-time Communication

  • Socketi: WebSocket server implementation for instant messaging and live updates
  • Chat: Realtime messaging system

Data Management

Database Layer

  • MariaDB: High-performance relational database optimized for media content
  • Database Migrations: Version-controlled schema management
  • Query Optimization: Indexed queries and efficient data retrieval patterns
  • Data Integrity: Foreign key constraints and transaction management

Caching & Performance

  • Redis: In-memory data structure store for session management and caching
  • Queue System: Background job processing for resource-intensive operations
  • Response Caching: Strategic caching implementation for frequently accessed data
  • Database Query Caching: Reduced database load through intelligent query caching

Security Implementation

Best Practices Applied

  • CSRF Protection: Cross-site request forgery prevention
  • SQL Injection Prevention: Parameterized queries and ORM usage
  • XSS Protection: Input sanitization and output encoding
  • Rate Limiting: API endpoint protection against abuse

Key Features Delivered

Admin Management System

  • User Management: Comprehensive user administration with role assignments
  • Subscription Management: Flexible plan configurations and billing oversight for paid user tiers
  • Content Management: Streamlined media upload, organization, and moderation
  • Analytics Dashboard: Real-time metrics and user engagement insights
  • System Monitoring: Performance metrics and error tracking

Scalability Enhancements

  • Horizontal Scaling: Architecture designed for multi-server deployment
  • Load Balancing: Distributed request handling for high availability
  • Resource Optimization: Efficient memory usage and database connection pooling
  • CDN Integration: Static asset delivery optimization

Performance Metrics

The migration resulted in significant improvements:

  • 40% reduction in server response times
  • 60% improvement in concurrent user handling
  • Zero security vulnerabilities in security audits
  • 99.9% uptime achievement post-migration

Development Process

Migration Strategy

  • Phased Approach: Gradual migration to minimize service disruption
  • Data Integrity: Seamless data migration with zero data loss
  • Feature Parity: Complete functionality reproduction with enhanced capabilities

Code Quality

  • PSR Standards: Adherence to PHP and Laravel coding standards
  • Clean Architecture: Separation of concerns and maintainable code structure
  • Documentation: Comprehensive API documentation and code comments
  • Version Control: Git-based workflow with feature branches and code reviews

This project exemplifies the transformation of legacy systems into modern, scalable solutions while maintaining business continuity and enhancing user experience.

Technologies Used

Backend: PHP, Laravel 10, RESTful APIs
Frontend: Alpine.js, Tailwind CSS, Preline UI, Vue.js
Database: MariaDB with optimized indexing
Caching: Redis for session and query caching
Real-time: Socketi WebSocket implementation
Security: CSRF protection, rate limiting DevOps: Git version control, database migrations, queue management

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