File Converter & Compressor

This is a web-based tool for converting and compressing audio and video files. It allows users to upload files, select a format, and compress them without significant loss of quality. The tool supports multiple formats, including MP3, MP4, OGG, and WebM.

Features

• Convert audio and video files to various formats (MP3, MP4, OGG, WebM).
• Compress files to reduce size with minimal quality loss.
• Simple, user-friendly interface.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js, Multer for file uploads, FFmpeg for file conversion
• Dependencies:
  • express: Web framework for Node.js
  • multer: Middleware for handling file uploads
  • fluent-ffmpeg: Wrapper for FFmpeg

Setup Instructions

Prerequisites

• Node.js installed
• FFmpeg installed

Steps to Run the Application

1. Clone the repository:

   https://github.com/Cyrusbye720/File-compressor.git
   cd File-compressor

2. Install the necessary dependencies:

   npm install

3. Install FFmpeg:

   sudo apt update
   sudo apt install ffmpeg

4. Run the backend server:

   node server.js

5. Open index.html in a browser or serve it using a local web server.

6. Access the backend at http://localhost:3000 and start converting files.

Usage

1. Select an audio or video file using the file input.
2. Choose the desired output format.
3. Click "Upload & Convert" to start the process.
4. Once completed, download the converted file.

Future Improvements

• Support for additional formats.
• Advanced compression options.
• Deploying the app to a cloud platform for public use.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.