Case Study
A startup wanted to build a platform for remote learning to be used by students and teachers. Considering the complexity in live video delivery SpringCT was engaged to develop an deliver this product supporting mobile and desktop platforms.
Solution
WebRTC Technology Integration
Supporting video communication across multiple devices
was a capital intensive activity before the
introduction of WebRTC technology. SpringCT was on top
of WebRTC learning curve – a technology was recently
launch and was still evolving.
Kurento Media Server Selection
SpringCT decided to build a student teacher
communication platform using WebRTC. SpringCT
evaluated different media servers for video
communication needs and finalised Kurento Media server
which was among the top media servers then.
Interactive Learning Features
SpringCT developed application that was built on top
of Kurento Media server to establish video calls
between teacher and students. Given the nature of this
application most of the time, one way communication
ie. Teacher delivering lecture and student receiving
video steam was required. We further made it two way
communication allowing students to ask questions.
Additionally, tools like interactive whiteboard and
chat were supported for easy interaction.
Results
- Various challenges were resolved in delivering this solution. The challenging part was to keep the low latency on relatively low power devices.
- Additionally, mobiles needed native application development to support WebRTC in native application.
- In spite of all the odds SpringCT delivered a video communication platform that went live to production and was put to use by millions of students and teachers.
Conclusion
- This case study showcase how SpringCT helped customer in building a video communication application that helped in student teacher interaction.
- SpringCT leveraged it UC expertise in delivering a video collaboration solution in a education vertical.
