MovFlix: Movie & TV Series Catalog
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Personal Project
Introduction
A React Web Application built for showing Movies & TV Series with The Movie Database API (TMDB). I created this in one-two days as a test for joining a company. It's pretty decent, so I showcased this on my portfolio.
Project Context
This project was developed as a technical assessment for a job application. Despite the tight timeline of just 1-2 days, I managed to create a fully functional movie catalog application that impressed the reviewers. The rapid development showcased my ability to:
- Work efficiently under time constraints
- Quickly integrate third-party APIs
- Build a polished UI with Material Design
- Implement modern React patterns
Key Features
Movie & TV Browsing
- Trending Content: Display trending movies and TV shows
- Popular Lists: Browse popular content across categories
- Search Functionality: Search for any movie or TV series
- Detailed Information: View comprehensive details for each title
Content Details
- Movie/TV show synopsis and overview
- Cast and crew information
- User ratings and reviews
- Release dates and runtime
User Interface
- Clean Material Design interface
- Responsive grid layout
- Smooth transitions and animations
- Dark mode support
- Mobile-optimized experience
Technical Features
- Efficient API data fetching
- Image lazy loading
- State management with React Context
- Error handling and loading states
- SEO-friendly routing
Technology Stack
Core Technologies
- JavaScript - Programming language
- React JS - UI library for component-based architecture
- React Context - State management solution
UI & Styling
- Material UI - Component library for consistent design
- CSS-in-JS - Styled components for dynamic styling
Data & Deployment
- Axios - HTTP client for API requests
- TMDB API - The Movie Database free API
- Vercel - Deployment and hosting platform
Screenshots
Project Outcome
Despite being created in just 1-2 days:
- Successfully passed the technical assessment
- Demonstrated proficiency in React and API integration
- Showcased ability to deliver under pressure
- Created a portfolio-worthy project
Learning Outcomes
This rapid development project taught me:
- Importance of planning before coding
- How to prioritize features effectively
- Quick decision-making in technology choices
- Building quality software under time pressure
Live Demo & Source
- Live Demo: movflix.byraihan.com
- Source Code: github.com/RaihanStark/movflix
This project is open source and available for anyone to explore, learn from, or contribute to!