Make your own online radio server in pure Node.js

The article describes a project where the author builds a simple Node.js-based online radio server, emphasizing both the enjoyment and learning aspect of creating unconventional applications. The project involves setting up a Node.js HTTP server with an endpoint for streaming audio data, alongside a terminal-based control panel using the neo-blessed library for managing song playlists and queues. The streaming logic employs Node.js's Stream API to handle one-to-many data broadcasting, facilitated by npm packages like Throttle for controlling data flow speed and @dropb/ffprobe for determining audio bitrate. A crucial part of the project is ensuring the server continues streaming audio even in the absence of listeners, handling consumer registration via Hapi.js, and serving a simple webpage with audio controls. The article highlights the challenges and solutions encountered during the project, providing a comprehensive guide to building a basic but functional online radio server with open-source tools.