Go Watch Party

Go Watch Party is a web application built with Go that enables users to upload videos and share invites for friends to watch in a private watch party. The platform synchronizes playback, ensuring all participants experience the video in real time.

Features

• Video Upload: Users can upload videos to the platform.
• Private Watch Parties: Generate unique invitation links for friends.
• Synchronized Playback: Ensures all viewers watch the video at the same time.
• Real-Time Chat: Allows participants to communicate while watching.
• Secure Authentication: Only invited users can join a watch party.

Tech Stack

• Backend: Go (Golang)
• Frontend: HTMX / Templ
• Database: PostgreSQL / Redis (for caching sessions)
• WebSockets: For real-time synchronization
• Storage: Local storage or cloud (e.g., AWS S3, Google Cloud Storage)

Usage

1. Upload a video via the dashboard.
2. Generate a private watch party link.
3. Share the link with friends.
4. Watch and chat in sync!

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Future Enhancements

• Live streaming support
• Mobile app integration
• More authentication options