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Security is always a big concern for OTT apps. Understanding user identity and their access levels is very crucial while developing secure and user-friendly Roku channels with BrightScript. There are many mechanisms which are used to adopt security in OTT apps. Some of the most commonly used security mechanisms are - Sessions, Cookies,...
Displaying posters is a very common feature in OTT applications. Images & icons are used to display the thumbnails of movies, shows, content, user profiles etc. These images are mostly loaded from the internet and that's actually tricky. Downloading images from the internet doesn't offer you the control over image sizes. That's why...
What is a Component Library A Component Library in Roku is a reusable collection of pre-built components that developers can use across multiple Roku channels. These components encapsulate specific functionalities, designs, or user interface elements, saving time and effort in the development process. The library is hosted on a...
Good team communication is the key to success in the modern days. Clear communication helps you: Manage team members easily. Get the tasks completed efficiently. Fix conflicts between team members with zero effort. In this blog, we'll learn some basic principles and practices of good team communication within teams. ...
It's a very common and essential practice in Roku app development to handle focus for different user interfaces. Focus handling in Roku apps refers to managing the different events triggered by pressing the different keys on Roku remotes by the end users. Focus handling signifies which user interface (UI) element currently has user input...
Roku is a popular platform for streaming media, providing users with a wide range of content. As people expect better streaming experiences, developers need to focus on improving performance to make their apps smooth, responsive, and engaging. In this blog, we'll look at specific strategies to help developers optimize performance in Roku...
Connected TVMedia & Entertainment
As the Over-the-Top (OTT) market continues to grow rapidly, developing applications for platforms like Roku has become essential for content providers aiming to reach a wider audience. However, creating a successful OTT app requires careful planning and execution to deliver a seamless user experience. In this blog post, we'll explore key...
The rise of streaming services has brought about fierce competition in the entertainment industry. Among the key players vying for dominance, Roku has emerged as a force to be reckoned with. With its user-friendly approach, extensive content library, and strategic partnerships, Roku has successfully positioned itself as the leader in the...
Connected TVMedia & Entertainment
Logs are always very useful for software developers. It helps developers identify the problems & issues with their programs. Logs help them print data on the console & debug their code. Are logs really that easy to use Logs seem pretty much handy, but there are some problems too with logs, and one of the biggest problems...
Connected TVMedia & Entertainment
OTT, a term, that has been noticed by most of us in the past few years, but very few of us know what OTT is and how it works. In this blog today, we'll try to put some light on the OTT industry, and`` we'll take a closer look at some of the latest trends in the OTT industry. OTT stands for Over the Top. OTT apps can stream content...
