Overview:

The Podcast Directory Website is a dynamic web platform where users can discover, browse, stream, and bookmark podcasts from various genres and creators. Think of it like a "YouTube for podcasts" — a centralized place where audio creators can upload episodes, and listeners can engage with them through streaming, comments, and subscriptions.

This project aims to serve both content creators (podcasters) and listeners, offering tools for content upload, categorization, and streaming — all through an engaging, mobile-friendly interface.

Technologies Used:

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript

• Backend: PHP / Java (Spring Boot) / Node.js (Express.js)

• Database: MySQL / MongoDB

• Media Storage: Cloudinary / AWS S3 / Local Storage

• Audio Player: JavaScript-based HTML5 audio player (e.g., Howler.js)

User Roles:

1. Listener (User): Browse, stream, bookmark, and rate podcasts

2. Podcaster (Creator): Upload and manage podcast series and episodes

3. Admin: Moderate content, manage users, review reports

Key Features:

 For Listeners:

• User Registration & Login

• Browse by genre, trending, newest, most played

• Search by podcast title, episode, host, or tag

• Stream episodes with in-browser audio player

• Bookmark episodes or follow favorite podcasters

• Rate and comment on podcasts

• Playlist or "Listen Later" feature

• Dark mode and responsive design

 For Podcasters:

• Create a podcaster profile with bio and social links

• Upload new podcast series

• Upload episodes with title, description, tags, and cover image

• View episode stats (plays, likes, ratings)

• Edit or delete episodes

• Schedule episodes for future publishing

 For Admin:

• Manage podcast genres/categories

• Flag or remove inappropriate content

• Ban abusive users

• View platform analytics

Modules & Pages:

• Home Page: Highlights trending and new podcasts

• Podcast Detail Page: Audio player, description, comments, host info

• Category Page: Genre-wise browsing (e.g., Tech, Comedy, Business)

• Search Page: Real-time search filtering

• User Dashboard: Bookmarks, history, followed podcasters

• Podcaster Dashboard: Upload/manage episodes and series

• Admin Panel: Content moderation and platform settings

Security Features:

• Password hashing for user authentication

• Role-based access control (Listener, Podcaster, Admin)

• File size and format validation for uploads

• Spam protection in comments (reCAPTCHA)