React Frontend Rewrite and Linux Decoder Development for TV Tech Company
Services Covered:

Industry
Telecommunications
Duration
21 months
Budget
50K - 199K
Start Date
1 April 2018
Team Size
1-5
Engagement Model
Offshore
Project Capability Score (PCS)
71/100
Good
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Client
Videstra LLC
Project Summary
Software Mansion rebuilt a web-based control frontend using React and took over development of a Linux-based AVC/HEVC hardware decoder that uses an OEM HDSDI video card. They implemented new functionality and performance optimizations that materially improved the platform and the client’s product line. The client is a broadcast television solution provider, and Software Mansion’s work became an important part of their business model.
Key Challenges
- Require deep technical expertise to develop firmware/software for a Linux-based multi-channel AVC/HEVC decoder
- Need a reliable, ongoing partner with C++ and specialized library expertise (e.g., GStreamer and AVC/HEVC libs) to enable and enhance broadcast hardware
- Replace or significantly improve a flawed front-end control application
Project Deliverables
- Rewritten React-based web control application
- Firmware/software updates for Linux-based AVC/HEVC multi-channel decoder
- Performance optimizations and new feature implementations
Project Solution
Software Mansion provided developers who rewrote a flawed web-based control application using React and assumed responsibility for the Linux-based multi-channel AVC/HEVC decoder that uses an OEM HDSDI video card. They applied C++ expertise and knowledge of key libraries (including GStreamer and AVC/HEVC libs) to add functionality and significantly improve performance. Project management was provided as a coordinating resource while most interaction occurred directly between the client's product manager and the developers.
Project Outcome
- Improved platform performance
- Added several new functions that enhanced the product line
- Made a measurable business impact such that the vendor became an important part of the client's product offering
- Successful takeover and refactor/rewrite of existing codebase leading to significant performance gains and new capabilities
Platforms
Web
Embedded System
Tech Stack
React.jsC++
Linux
Client Endorsement
Overall Review Rating
4.88
5 out of 5 stars
Timeliness
Cost Rating
Willing to Refer
Quality of Deliverables
“They added several new functions and were able to improve the platform’s performance. Software Mansion’s work made a big impact on the business’s product line. Their team was very knowledgeable and exceeded expectations.”
Note: This endorsement is based on publicly available client feedback from external review sources.
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