Release Notes for Version 2.0.0
Overview
This major release transitions the project from a graphical user interface (GUI) to a full-fledged web application, incorporating Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities. The new architecture allows for real-time video streaming and frame uploads via a web interface, enhancing user interaction and accessibility.
New Features
- Web Interface: A fully responsive web interface that allows users to view live video streams and upload frames easily.
- User Management: Users can now upload frames associated with unique user IDs, making it easier to manage multiple streams.
- Real-time Video Streaming: Users can view live video feeds without the need to select a user from a dropdown; all available streams are displayed automatically.
- Frame Uploading: Users can upload video frames to the server, which are then processed and stored for later viewing.
- Improved Performance: Optimized video processing and streaming, providing smoother playback and quicker frame uploads.
Technical Improvements
- Flask Web Framework: Utilized Flask for building the web application, enabling RESTful endpoints for frame uploads and streaming.
- OpenCV Integration: Enhanced video processing capabilities with OpenCV, allowing for better image handling and manipulation.
- Improved Error Handling: Implemented better error handling in the server to provide more informative responses during frame uploads and streaming.
Documentation
- User Guide: Updated user guide detailing how to use the new web interface and features.
- API Documentation: Added documentation for API endpoints, including
/upload_frame
and/stream/<user_id>
.
Related Websites
- Flask Documentation: For in-depth understanding of Flask framework capabilities.
- OpenCV Documentation: Reference for image and video processing functions used in the project.
- IoT Development Resources: Articles and resources for further exploration into IoT development.
Future Plans
- Mobile Compatibility: Optimize the web application for better performance on mobile devices.
- Additional Features: Explore the integration of more IoT devices and functionalities.
Acknowledgments
This software is provided solely as a demonstration tool and does not constitute any form or warranty of any kind expressed in any manner whatsoever with respect to its suitability.