Video-Chat-Application

A lightweight, real-time video chat system built using Python and socket programming. This project enables direct webcam-to-webcam streaming between two devices using simple Python scripts.

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Overview

This application uses OpenCV and Python's socket library to establish a client-server connection for real-time video transmission. It’s perfect for learning the fundamentals of video streaming, networking, and multimedia communication in Python.

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Features

• Peer-to-peer streaming over sockets
• Real-time webcam feed using OpenCV
• Modular, easy-to-read code
• Works on LAN without heavy frameworks
• Cross-platform Python 3 support

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Project Structure

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├── client.py         # Connects to server and displays received video
├── server.py         # Captures webcam feed and sends it to client
├── videofeed.py      # Frame capture & preprocessing
├── videosocket.py    # Encoding, decoding & data transmission
├── requirements.txt  # Python dependencies
└── README.md         # Project documentation

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Requirements

Install the following Python packages:

opencv-python
numpy

You can install all at once using:

pip install -r requirements.txt

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How to Use

1. Start the Server

python server.py

This will activate your webcam and begin sending video frames.

2. Start the Client

On another device (or terminal):

python client.py

Ensure the client connects to the correct IP address and port defined in the server.

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Sample Output

Terminal Output Example (Client):

Connecting to server...
Receiving video stream...
Displaying feed...

Terminal Output Example (Server):

Camera started.
Sending frames to client...
Connection established.

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