Sphinx

TikTok might be banned; We want to seize the opportunity and create a new hot video sharing app. Yes we know that most major companies offer short video sharing, but we will provide an alternative.

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Inspiration

The inspiration for Sphinx is to create a video app that can potentially replace TikTok if it is no longer available. The goal is to provide users with a fun and engaging platform where they can create and share short-form videos with others.

What it does

Sphinx is a video app that allows users to record and upload short-form videos, browse through a feed of videos created by other users, and interact with other users by commenting and liking their videos. The app is built using React and Firebase, which allows for real-time updates and seamless integration between the frontend and backend.

How we built it

Sphinx was built using React for the frontend and Firebase for the backend. The team dealt with CORS errors and worked to ensure that the backend was properly hooked up to the frontend. The app features a video recording and upload function, as well as a feed of videos that users can browse through. The team also implemented a commenting and liking system for users to interact with each other.

Challenges we ran into

The team faced several challenges during the development of Sphinx, including dealing with CORS errors and ensuring that the frontend and backend were properly integrated. Additionally, creating a user-friendly interface and implementing features such as commenting and liking posed some challenges.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

The team is proud of successfully building a functional video app that has the potential to be a replacement for TikTok. They were able to overcome technical challenges and create an app that is user-friendly and engaging.

What we learned

During the development of Sphinx, the team learned how to work with React and Firebase, and gained experience in dealing with CORS errors and integrating the frontend and backend. They also learned about implementing user-friendly features and creating an engaging platform for users.

What's next for Sphinx

In the future, the team plans to continue developing Sphinx and adding new features to enhance the user experience. They also plan to market the app and grow the user base to create a thriving community of content creators and viewers.

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