about Audio Mpya
Audio Mpya (Swahili for “New Sound”) is a music streaming platform designed for the African market. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by African users, Audio Mpya prioritizes a robust design and strategic hosting solutions to deliver a seamless and resilient music experience across the continent.
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Hours delivered back to the business
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Lines of Codes
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Problems solved
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Songs Added
The Chalange
- Limited Device Capabilities: Many African users access the internet through budget smartphones with limited processing power and storage.
- High Data Costs: Data plans in Africa can be expensive, making extensive online streaming a burden for many users.
- Limited Bandwidth: Bandwidth limitations in certain regions can lead to buffering and interrupted playback.
- Language Diversity: Africa boasts a vast array of languages. Catering to this diversity is crucial for user engagement.
What did
Tanzania Tech do
- Progressive Web App (PWA) Approach: Audio Mpya utilizes PWA technology to provide an app-like experience accessible through a web browser. This eliminates the need for app store downloads and minimizes storage requirements on user devices.
- Data-Friendly Design: The platform is built with efficient code and utilizes AJAX for dynamic content updates, minimizing data consumption while ensuring a smooth user experience.
- Offline Functionality: Users can download individual songs and playlists for offline listening, allowing them to enjoy music even with limited or no internet connection.
- Multi-lingual Interface: Audio Mpya offers the user interface in various African languages, catering to the diverse linguistic landscape of the continent.
Hosting Solutions:
- Content Delivery Network (CDN): Audio Mpya utilizes a geographically distributed CDN to deliver music content efficiently based on user location. This minimizes latency and buffering issues, even in regions with limited internet infrastructure.
- Cloud-based Infrastructure: Cloud storage ensures scalability and reliability for the platform. Music files are stored securely, and the platform can adapt to accommodate user growth without compromising performance.
The Results
- Improved Accessibility
- Reduced Data Consumption
- Enhanced User Experience
- Inclusive Design
- Fast Download
What we use to support Audio Mpya
JavaScript
TypeScript
Node.JS
React
Swift
Java
Objective-C
RxJava
