VLink Backend | Modern Video Communication Platform

Project Overview

VLink is an innovative, open-source video communication platform built with Go, designed to deliver seamless real-time video interactions. Our goal is to create a robust, scalable solution that simplifies digital communication.

Core Features

• Real-Time Video Calling
• WebRTC Integration
• Secure Authentication
• Friend Management System
• Low-Latency Communication

Technology Stack

Technology	Version	Purpose
Go	1.20+	Backend Development
PostgreSQL	12+	Database Management
WebRTC	Latest	Real-Time Communication
JWT	-	Authentication Mechanism

Quick Start Guide

Prerequisites

• Go 1.20+
• PostgreSQL
• Basic networking knowledge

Installation Steps

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/vlink-backend.git
cd vlink-backend

# Install dependencies
go mod tidy

# Configure environment
cp .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your configuration

# Run database migrations
./scripts/migrate.sh

# Start the development server
go run cmd/server/main.go

Project Architecture

Key Components

• User Authentication Service
• Friend Management Module
• WebRTC Signaling Server
• Secure Token Management System

Contribution Guidelines

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Implement your feature
4. Write comprehensive tests
5. Submit a pull request

Coding Standards

• Follow Go formatting guidelines
• Maintain clean, documented code
• Provide comprehensive test coverage

Security Approach

• JWT-based authentication
• Secure WebSocket connections
• Password hashing
• Rate limiting mechanisms

License

MIT License - Permitting free use, modification, and distribution

Contact and Support

For questions, suggestions, or collaboration:

• Email: [email protected]
• Project Repository: GitHub Link

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Developed with a Focus on Modern Communication Technologies