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Electron Desktop App for USB Camera Control

Services Covered:

Custom Software Development

Industry

Information Technology

Duration

10 months

Budget

50K - 199K

Start Date

1 April 2016

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Nearshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

75/100

Good

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Client

Confidential

Oslo, Norway

Project Summary

Brainhub developed an Electron-based desktop application to control a USB camera, implementing panning, tilting, and zoom functionality. They built the UI with React.js and Redux and developed the backend and installers, along with vendor-specific camera features. The vendor provided a skilled two-person team, maintained daily video communication, and demonstrated strong English and collaborative skills.

Key Challenges

Create a desktop application to control a USB camera
Lack of internal development resources and need for external expertise

Project Deliverables

Desktop application for USB camera control
UI framework built with React.js and Redux
Backend services and installers
Vendor-specific camera features and controls

Project Solution

Brainhub supplied two developers (a senior technical lead and a junior developer) to build an Electron desktop application. They implemented the UI using React.js and Redux, assembled backend components, and created installers. They also implemented vendor-specific camera capabilities and features to demonstrate and control panning, tilting, and zoom.

Project Outcome

Developed more than 50% of the tool
Provided a technical lead and a junior developer to collaborate effectively
Maintained daily video communication and strong English skills
Replaced an underperforming developer quickly upon request

Platforms

Desktop

Tech Stack

Electron
React.js

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

3.75

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“Brainhub provided the necessary resources to stand up a skilled, competent team. Daily video communication led to smooth collaboration. Their English skills are strong and each member of the team is helpful.”
Anonymous
Vice President
Date: 04/25/2017