In this video, we set up the frontend starter code (the starter code is located in the Veet GitHub repository), connect to Durable Objects using a call room ID, and display a local video preview.
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For additional resources on learning Durable Objects with Cloudflare, refer to the following resources:
Watch Episode 1: Introduction to the series
We present an overview of the series, discuss its underlying architecture, and access resources to set up the project locally.
Watch Episode 2: What are Durable Objects?
We show how Durable Objects work and start building a video call app together.
Watch Episode 3: Create a serverless websocket 'backend'
We create a WebSocket backend using serverless technology, making the process simpler than ever before.
Watch Episode 4: Real-time messaging with WebSockets
We learn how to route and broadcast incoming messages from WebSocket connections and implement error handling such as closed WebSocket connections.
Watch Episode 5: Build the app frontend and UI
We configure the frontend starter code, connect to Durable Objects using a call room ID, and display a local video preview.
Watch Episode 6: Make and answer WebRTC calls
We expand the frontend functionality by adding functionality for making and answering WebRTC video calls.
Watch Episode 7: Deploy your video call app
In this final episode, we configure the remaining functionalities. By the end, your app will be fully functional and ready for deployment.