Project Overview

Created ghiblimeme.fun, a unique web application that allows users to create, share, and discover memes using scenes and characters from Studio Ghibli films, combining creativity with nostalgia.

Key Features

  • Meme Creation Tools

    • Scene selection from all Ghibli films
    • Text overlay with custom styling
    • Character cutouts and stickers
    • Custom font selection

  • Community Features

    • User galleries
    • Meme sharing capabilities
    • Social interactions
    • Popular memes showcase

  • Content Management

    • Scene categorization
    • Character tagging
    • Search functionality
    • Content moderation

Technical Implementation

  • Frontend Development

    • React with custom hooks
    • Canvas-based meme editor
    • Responsive design
    • Progressive image loading

  • Backend Architecture

    • FastAPI for high performance
    • PostgreSQL for data storage
    • Redis for caching
    • Cloudinary for media management

Results & Impact

  • 25,000+ memes created
  • 8,000+ active users
  • 100,000+ social shares
  • Featured in anime communities
  • Active Discord community

Technical Challenges

  • Optimizing image processing
  • Managing user-generated content
  • Implementing real-time preview
  • Scaling media storage

Future Enhancements

  • AI-powered scene suggestions
  • Advanced editing features
  • Mobile application
  • Community challenges

User Feedback

“This is the perfect blend of my love for Ghibli films and meme culture. The interface is intuitive, and the community is incredibly creative!”

- Active Community Member