Description

YouTube Clone is a modern video streaming platform built entirely with React, designed to replicate the core functionalities of YouTube while maintaining a clean and responsive interface. The project focused on delivering seamless video browsing and playback, leveraging APIs to provide real-time content and a smooth user experience.

Key Features

• Video Browsing & Playback: Implemented a fully functional video player with support for search, playback, and video recommendations.

• Search Functionality: Integrated RapidAPI to enable users to search for videos and channels in real time.

• Channel Pages: Developed dedicated channel pages displaying videos, descriptions, and metadata.

• Responsive UI: Designed a mobile-friendly layout that adapts to multiple screen sizes for consistent usability.

• Dynamic Data Rendering: Fetched and displayed live video content and related data through API integration.

Technologies Used

• Front-End: React.js, React Router, JavaScript, CSS3

• APIs: RapidAPI (YouTube API alternatives) for video and channel data

• Tools & Libraries: Axios for API requests, Material UI for styled components

Design Highlights

• Modern UI: Clean, visually engaging design inspired by YouTube’s layout for familiarity.

• User Experience: Ensured intuitive navigation with clear icons and labels.

• Performance: Optimized API calls and state management for faster rendering and smoother interaction.

• Scalability: Built with modular components, making it easy to expand with new features such as playlists or comments.