This guide covers the fundamentals of WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication), a powerful technology that enables peer-to-peer audio, video, and data sharing directly between browsers without requiring plugins or native apps.
What is WebRTC?
WebRTC is an open-source project that provides browsers and mobile applications with real-time communication capabilities via simple APIs. It allows direct peer-to-peer communication, reducing latency and server load.
Key Components
- MediaStream (getUserMedia): Captures audio and video
- RTCPeerConnection: Handles peer-to-peer connections
- RTCDataChannel: Enables bidirectional data transfer
Use Cases
- Video conferencing applications
- Live streaming platforms
- File sharing services
- Collaborative editing tools