Ultimate VHS Project - Fullstack Web Development
As a passionate collector of vintage VHS tapes, I recognized the need for a comprehensive platform to easily access and track the values of these nostalgic treasures. This realization led me to embark on a full-stack development project, resulting in the creation of VHSList.com. This website serves as a hub for VHS enthusiasts, providing a user-friendly interface for tape valuation, collection management, and more.
Technology Stack:
- Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, & Bootstrap
- Backend: Flask (Python)
- Database: PostgreSQL
- Hosting: Apache server (locally hosted on a Proxmox home lab server)
- DNS Management: Cloudflare Zero Trust Tunnels
- API Integration: TheMovieDB.org API
Current Functionality:
- Movie Database: Users can search for VHS tapes and access information about their VHS based on data from TheMovieDB.org.
- Search Functionality: A powerful search feature enables users to quickly find specific VHS tapes of interest.
- Pagination: Users can browse through an extensive database of movies with pagination support for efficient sorting.
- External Links: The movie pages generate links to favorite online VHS shops, facilitating easy access to purchase or research the values of sold tapes.
Future Plans:
I have ambitious plans to enhance the functionality and usability of VHSList.com in the future:
- Historical Value Tracking: Implement data aggregation from eBay, Amazon, and other sources to chart and track the historic values of each VHS tape. This will provide users with valuable insights into the evolving worth of their collections.
- User Profiles: Create user profiles to allow collectors to personalize and share their VHS collections with the community. Users can showcase their rare finds and interact with fellow enthusiasts.
- Collection Management: The website allows users to catalog their VHS tape collections, making it easy to track and manage their items.
- Enhanced Search Filters: Introduce advanced search filters to refine searches based on criteria like genre, release year, director, and more.
- User Reviews and Ratings: Enable users to leave reviews and ratings for VHS tapes, fostering a sense of community and trust among collectors.
- Mobile App: Develop a mobile application for VHSList.com to extend its accessibility and convenience to a wider audience of VHS collectors.
Conclusion:
VHSList.com is a passion-driven project that not only showcases my full-stack development skills but also serves as a valuable resource for the VHS collector community. With continuous improvements and exciting future plans, I'm committed to making VHSList.com the ultimate destination for VHS enthusiasts worldwide.
Explore VHSList.com and join me on this journey through the fascinating world of vintage VHS tapes!