MadCam

MadCam is a web-based security camera application that streams video from a webcam connected to your laptop or desktop. The application is built using Flask for the backend and React for the frontend. It displays the video feed in real-time, along with the current date and time in the Persian calendar.

Prerequisites

Before you start, ensure you have the following installed:

• Python 3.x
• A webcam connected to your computer.

Installation

1. Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/MadCam.git
cd MadCam

2. Install Python Dependencies

pip install flask opencv-python flask-cors

3. Build the React Frontend

Navigate to the root of the project where package.json is located and run:

npm install
npm run build

This will create a production-ready build of the React frontend, placing the output in the build/ directory inside the public/ folder.

Running the Application

1. Configure Your Webcam

In the webcam.py file, you'll find the following lines:

camera_name = "Microsoft® LifeCam HD-3000"
camera_index_or_path = find_camera_by_name(camera_name)

If you're using a different webcam, you'll need to replace "Microsoft® LifeCam HD-3000" with the name of your webcam. To find the correct name, you can check your system’s device manager or webcam software.

2. Start the Flask Backend

In the root directory (where webcam.py is located), run:

python webcam.py

This will start the Flask server on http://localhost:8080 by default, serving both the backend and the frontend.

3. Accessing the App Locally

Open your web browser and go to:

http://localhost:8080

4. Accessing the App Remotely

To access your webcam stream remotely:

1. Port Forwarding: Set up port forwarding on your router to forward external requests on port 8080 to your local machine’s IP address (192.168.1.x:8080).

2. Public IP Access: Access the app using your public IP address and the forwarded port. Example:

   http://<your-public-ip>:8080
   

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

• Blank Screen: Ensure the Flask server is running and the camera is configured correctly.
• Camera Not Detected: Verify that your webcam is connected and working correctly. Update the camera_name in webcam.py if necessary.
• Port Forwarding Not Working: Check your router’s settings and firewall rules.

Logs

• Flask Logs: Check the terminal where webcam.py is running for any errors.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please open an issue or submit a pull request.

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